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SM52 FWJ

2002 Audi A6

Silver Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,412 mi
Last recorded138,412 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi A6115,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 FWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 138,412 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 130,625 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 126,241 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 120,433 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 115,124 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 115,124 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 109,613 miles

undercover fitted restricting underside inspection

Fail 26 Jul 2011 109,612 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

undercover fitted restricting underside inspection

Pass 5 Aug 2010 103,691 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 96,081 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 96,081 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 87,806 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

nearside outer CV joint contaminated

Fail 13 Aug 2008 87,807 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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

battery flat

nearside outer CV joint contaminated

Pass 5 Oct 2007 84,261 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2007 84,261 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 76,267 miles

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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SM52 FWJ is a 2002 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 SM52 FWJ, 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 SM52 FWJ registered?

SM52 FWJ is a 2002 Audi A6, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is SM52 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM52 FWJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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