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RL53 BSV

2004 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,311 mi
Last recorded145,311 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A6108,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL53 BSV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 145,311 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 144,076 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 140,007 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 129,089 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 129,089 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 125,773 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 114,559 miles

CENTRE REAR CHILD SEAT FITTED CANNOT FULLY CHECK SEAT BELT

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT FLEXI BRAKE PIPES SLIGHT WEAR

SLIGHT BLACK SMOKE FROM EXHAUST

Pass 18 Nov 2009 106,972 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 89,666 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 89,666 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 74,131 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 56,831 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 54,928 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 54,923 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 40,317 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 40,315 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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RL53 BSV is a 2004 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 108,053 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 RL53 BSV, 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 22 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL53 BSV registered?

RL53 BSV is a 2004 Audi A6, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is RL53 BSV safe to buy?

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