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R471 TDP

1998 Audi A6

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,814 mi
Last recorded115,814 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2010
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 TDP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2010 115,814 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 150,524 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 150,524 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 146,019 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 140,803 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 135,253 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R471 TDP is a 1998 Audi A6 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R471 TDP, 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 R471 TDP registered?

R471 TDP is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R471 TDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R471 TDP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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