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SM51 BJZ

2002 Audi A6

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

183,065 mi
Last recorded183,065 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Audi A6115,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 BJZ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 183,065 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 175,847 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2021 169,508 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 164,662 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 159,383 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2019 159,381 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 149,262 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 149,259 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure mounting (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 138,227 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 138,227 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 138,227 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 128,740 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 117,630 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 110,213 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 100,908 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 100,908 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 93,823 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 93,820 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 85,290 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 77,606 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 67,550 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 67,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 57,050 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 57,050 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 48,130 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 37,755 miles

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

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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SM51 BJZ is a 2002 Audi A6 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2002 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 115,166 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 SM51 BJZ, 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 24 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 SM51 BJZ registered?

SM51 BJZ is a 2002 Audi A6, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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The MOT history for SM51 BJZ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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