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P683 EBW

1997 Audi A6

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

155,396 mi
Last recorded155,396 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP683 EBW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 155,396 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 150,308 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 143,483 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 138,772 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 132,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 124,831 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 121,302 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 121,302 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 113,898 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2008 113,642 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2007 109,739 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre cut in outer side wall

Pass 21 Sep 2007 109,739 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cut in outer side wall

Pass 22 Sep 2006 101,762 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 101,762 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2005 91,529 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 91,529 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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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P683 EBW is a 1997 Audi A6 in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P683 EBW, 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 P683 EBW registered?

P683 EBW is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P683 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P683 EBW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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