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RE51 UCS

2001 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

169,771 mi
Last recorded169,771 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 UCS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 169,771 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 169,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 164,675 miles

Brake pad wear lamp illuminated on dash

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

headlight level warning lamp on

Fail 21 Sep 2010 157,155 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 157,155 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 146,187 miles

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

buluds out in centre brakelight

Pass 19 Sep 2008 132,249 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 117,099 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 103,922 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 103,918 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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RE51 UCS is a 2001 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 116,269 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RE51 UCS, 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 25 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 RE51 UCS registered?

RE51 UCS is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is RE51 UCS safe to buy?

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