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SL04 RUA

2004 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1871cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,274 mi
Last recorded157,274 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A6108,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL04 RUA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,871cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 157,274 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 149,373 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 138,685 miles

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)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 138,685 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

drivers door stiff to open via outside handle

various high level brake light bulbs not working

Pass 14 Feb 2012 121,535 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 106,206 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 96,039 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 96,039 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 18 Feb 2009 84,847 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 56,829 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 42,405 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SL04 RUA is a 2004 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,871cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SL04 RUA, 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 SL04 RUA registered?

SL04 RUA is a 2004 Audi A6, first registered on 20 March 2004.

Is SL04 RUA safe to buy?

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