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S737 FWW

1998 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

258,451 mi
Last recorded258,451 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS737 FWW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 258,451 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 253,314 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres have signs of cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 248,407 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated frontmost ball joint boot split slightly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 244,158 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 240,050 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 233,882 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 229,688 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 224,286 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 223,629 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 217,513 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 212,678 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 204,734 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 196,977 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Oct 2014 196,977 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 191,084 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 184,162 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 184,162 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 177,865 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 177,865 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 170,107 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 164,169 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 156,670 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 156,670 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 149,437 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 141,045 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2005 134,600 miles

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

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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S737 FWW is a 1998 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 S737 FWW, 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.

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What year was S737 FWW registered?

S737 FWW is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 23 November 1998.

Is S737 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S737 FWW shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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