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P252 NKP

1997 Audi A6

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,934 mi
Last recorded147,934 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP252 NKP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 147,934 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 145,424 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 145,422 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear disc lipped

Pass 25 Jun 2012 139,125 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 126,667 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 119,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise engine oil leak

advise rear number plate slightly deterated

Pass 6 Mar 2009 108,028 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 86,102 miles

nearside front headlamp lense slightly faded

slight buldge on inner wall of tyre on nearside front

Fail 12 Jan 2008 86,100 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside front headlamp lense slightly faded

slight buldge on inner wall of tyre on nearside front

Pass 17 Jan 2007 75,547 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 75,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 68,656 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

oil leak

rear brake discs corroding

rear brake pads getting low

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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P252 NKP is a 1997 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 133,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P252 NKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P252 NKP registered?

P252 NKP is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P252 NKP safe to buy?

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