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S59 BAW

1998 Audi A6

Green Lpg 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

243,746 mi
Last recorded243,746 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS59 BAW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 243,746 miles

Front headlamps masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 243,746 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front headlamps masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2015 233,493 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 219,883 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 219,752 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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S59 BAW is a 1998 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,771cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 130,999 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S59 BAW, 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 28 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S59 BAW?

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What year was S59 BAW registered?

S59 BAW is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S59 BAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S59 BAW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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