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R614 FUS

1997 Audi A6

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

259,766 mi
Last recorded259,766 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR614 FUS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2015 259,766 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 252,692 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 241,573 miles

exhaust rusty

n/s/r shock absorber shroud insecure

poor image on headlamps

rear suspension rusty

Pass 6 Oct 2011 235,254 miles

Oil leak

front exhaust in poor condition

o/s/r brake caliper dust cover worn

Pass 17 Sep 2010 226,023 miles

slight smoke from engine

Fail 15 Sep 2010 225,592 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 218,049 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 211,967 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 211,943 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 206,854 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 206,854 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 197,468 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2006 197,468 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2005 180,806 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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R614 FUS is a 1997 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R614 FUS, 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 R614 FUS registered?

R614 FUS is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R614 FUS safe to buy?

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