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P343 VUB

1997 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

254,096 mi
Last recorded254,096 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP343 VUB
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 254,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 254,096 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 242,466 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 242,466 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 225,814 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 213,434 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 205,606 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 194,004 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 184,368 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 176,992 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 171,122 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 163,325 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 163,325 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 154,301 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 144,250 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 131,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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P343 VUB is a 1997 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P343 VUB, 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 P343 VUB registered?

P343 VUB is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 10 March 1997.

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