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R998 VLX

1997 Audi A6

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

195,780 mi
Last recorded195,780 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 VLX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 195,780 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 192,507 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 189,010 miles

exhaust showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Jul 2016 185,488 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 May 2015 183,174 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 181,365 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 178,133 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 176,077 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 172,042 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 165,401 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 164,459 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2007 157,188 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 149,613 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Dec 2005 149,613 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R998 VLX is a 1997 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R998 VLX, 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 R998 VLX registered?

R998 VLX is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R998 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 VLX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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