CarVerify

Free Car Check

R212 HGX

1998 Audi A6

Green Petrol 2393cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,544 mi
Last recorded171,544 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR212 HGX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 171,544 miles

FRONT DISCS POOR CONDITION

FRONT SUSPENSION TOP ARM BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH AND SPLIT

SMALL PIN HOLE IN N/S/ TRACK ROD BOOT

Fail 17 Mar 2017 171,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

FRONT DISCS POOR CONDITION

FRONT SUSPENSION TOP ARM BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH AND SPLIT

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

SMALL PIN HOLE IN N/S/ TRACK ROD BOOT

Pass 16 Mar 2016 166,593 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 166,593 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 159,582 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 152,066 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 144,508 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 138,040 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 138,040 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 130,614 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2011 130,614 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 123,602 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 115,768 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 115,768 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2008 107,313 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 107,313 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 97,724 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 84,398 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
Full Audi A6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R212 HGX is a 1998 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R212 HGX, 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 R212 HGX?

You can check the full history of R212 HGX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R212 HGX registered?

R212 HGX is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R212 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R212 HGX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R212 HGX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R212 HGX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.