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VU52 XLC

2002 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

155,036 mi
Last recorded155,036 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Audi A6115,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 XLC
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2012 155,036 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 142,618 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 128,214 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 128,212 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2009 118,375 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 118,375 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 109,169 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

check all levels

check tracking [wear to both front tyre sidewalls]

spare tyre flat

Fail 26 Nov 2008 109,166 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

check all levels

check tracking [wear to both front tyre sidewalls]

spare tyre flat

Pass 5 Dec 2007 99,311 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 99,311 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake fluid low

check rear inner brake pads

Pass 16 Nov 2006 89,444 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 89,444 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 74,150 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 74,150 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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VU52 XLC is a 2002 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 VU52 XLC, 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 VU52 XLC registered?

VU52 XLC is a 2002 Audi A6, first registered on 21 October 2002.

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