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P561 VWU

1997 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,912 mi
Last recorded173,912 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP561 VWU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2010 173,912 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

both rear brake discs inner surfaces presure worn

Pass 19 Aug 2009 166,922 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyres radial cracking

Pass 10 Jun 2008 154,273 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 146,178 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 135,251 miles

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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P561 VWU is a 1997 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P561 VWU, 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 P561 VWU registered?

P561 VWU is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is P561 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P561 VWU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P561 VWU have outstanding finance?

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