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R843 FHG

1997 Audi A6

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,592 mi
Last recorded27,592 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR843 FHG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 27,592 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 25,497 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 25,169 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,063 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 24,200 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 24,197 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 21,977 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 20,507 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 20,288 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 19,612 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 18,911 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 17,701 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,803 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 15,793 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 15,793 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R843 FHG is a 1997 Audi A6 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R843 FHG, 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 R843 FHG registered?

R843 FHG is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R843 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R843 FHG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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