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R213 EMV

1998 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

234,992 mi
Last recorded234,992 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 EMV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 234,992 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 234,980 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 233,000 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 203,978 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 223,211 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 178,004 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 178,004 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 177,998 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 131,652 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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R213 EMV is a 1998 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R213 EMV, 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 R213 EMV?

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What year was R213 EMV registered?

R213 EMV is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R213 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R213 EMV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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