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TIL 8740

2004 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

257,727 mi
Last recorded257,727 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Audi A6108,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIL 8740
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 257,727 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 257,699 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 254,377 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 248,795 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 235,056 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 217,882 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 202,464 miles

All four tyres slightly worn on edges

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 199,304 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 182,896 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 168,531 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 144,745 miles

all tyres getting close to limit

Fail 27 May 2009 144,745 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

all tyres getting close to limit

Pass 22 May 2008 114,195 miles

Offside 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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TIL 8740 is a 2004 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TIL 8740, 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 TIL 8740 registered?

TIL 8740 is a 2004 Audi A6, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is TIL 8740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIL 8740 shows 13 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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