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S988 KGM

1998 Audi A6

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,401 mi
Last recorded57,401 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS988 KGM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 57,401 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2017 57,010 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 57,010 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 56,300 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 55,122 miles

Engine under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2014 53,957 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 52,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic covering both outer sill panels

Pass 16 Aug 2012 51,618 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

plastic covering both outer sill panels

Pass 18 Aug 2011 50,502 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 49,646 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic covering both outer sill panels

Pass 18 Aug 2009 48,584 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 47,809 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 47,156 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 47,153 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 46,988 miles

front tyres low on inner edges

nail in near side rear tyre tread

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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S988 KGM is a 1998 Audi A6 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S988 KGM, 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

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What year was S988 KGM registered?

S988 KGM is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is S988 KGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S988 KGM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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