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R462 DGD

1997 Audi A6

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,371 mi
Last recorded105,371 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 DGD
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2006 105,371 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 105,371 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

advise front disc in poor condition

advise front number plate fading ok time test

air bag lamp on

Pass 10 Nov 2005 91,123 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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R462 DGD is a 1997 Audi A6 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 133,271 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 R462 DGD, 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 29 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R462 DGD registered?

R462 DGD is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R462 DGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R462 DGD shows 3 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.

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