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R277 GBW

1998 Audi A6

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,412 mi
Last recorded138,412 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR277 GBW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2011 138,412 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 133,560 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 125,003 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 119,629 miles

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

rear disc pads getting low, & discs are worn.

Pass 11 May 2006 101,257 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
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R277 GBW is a 1998 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R277 GBW, 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.

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What year was R277 GBW registered?

R277 GBW is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R277 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R277 GBW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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