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R615 FUS

1997 Audi A6

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

146,719 mi
Last recorded146,719 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR615 FUS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 146,719 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 141,721 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 141,691 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 138,987 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 138,038 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 135,611 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 133,138 miles

Oil leak

airbag light on

timing belt history unknown

Pass 18 Apr 2011 130,332 miles

Airbag warning lamp on

Brake pad low warning lamp on

Fan belt pulley noisy

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2010 126,380 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 126,380 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2009 123,509 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 117,785 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 117,785 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 110,565 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 110,461 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 100,642 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 99,445 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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R615 FUS is a 1997 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R615 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R615 FUS registered?

R615 FUS is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R615 FUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R615 FUS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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