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R979 LVE

1997 Audi A6

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,956 mi
Last recorded184,956 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR979 LVE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 184,956 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 184,956 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 158,002 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 152,924 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 145,606 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 145,606 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 139,534 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 134,401 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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R979 LVE is a 1997 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R979 LVE, 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 R979 LVE registered?

R979 LVE is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R979 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R979 LVE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R979 LVE have outstanding finance?

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