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R240 YKK

1998 Audi A6

Green Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,817 mi
Last recorded125,817 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 YKK
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 125,817 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 120,932 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 114,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 106,315 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 99,366 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 94,622 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 89,885 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 89,885 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 85,459 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 83,164 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 77,785 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 74,742 miles

nearside front outer cv gaiter started to perish.

Fail 17 May 2006 74,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

nearside front outer cv gaiter started to perish.

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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R240 YKK is a 1998 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R240 YKK, 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

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What year was R240 YKK registered?

R240 YKK is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R240 YKK safe to buy?

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