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R788 XNF

1997 Audi A6

Grey Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,792 mi
Last recorded83,792 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR788 XNF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 83,792 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 83,792 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2013 80,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 77,692 miles

both headlamps,detereorated, light output reduced.

Pass 24 Nov 2011 74,858 miles

nearside and offside front brake discs corroded and pitted

Fail 24 Nov 2011 74,858 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside and offside front brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 29 Nov 2010 71,118 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 68,661 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 68,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 65,025 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 61,750 miles

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

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 21 Nov 2006 58,387 miles

slight oil leak from rear drive shafts

Fail 21 Nov 2006 58,386 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

slight oil leak from rear drive shafts

Pass 22 Nov 2005 53,222 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 53,222 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

n/s front tyre nearing legal limits

rear drive shaft seals leaking

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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R788 XNF is a 1997 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R788 XNF, 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 R788 XNF registered?

R788 XNF is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R788 XNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R788 XNF shows 15 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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