MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
114,836 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.
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R197 XMS is a 1998 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 130,999 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R197 XMS, 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 28 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R197 XMS?
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What year was R197 XMS registered?
R197 XMS is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 30 March 1998.
Is R197 XMS safe to buy?
The MOT history for R197 XMS shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R197 XMS have outstanding finance?
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