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VX51 YSS

2002 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,809 mi
Last recorded160,809 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2009
Typical for 2002 Audi A6115,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 YSS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2009 160,809 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Dec 2009 160,797 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 26 Nov 2008 150,942 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

rear number plate discoloured

road test carried out for brakes

trims fitted to outersills

Pass 26 Nov 2008 150,942 miles

road test carried out for brakes

trims fitted to outersills

rear number plate discoloured

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 136,865 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 125,224 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

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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VX51 YSS is a 2002 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX51 YSS, 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 VX51 YSS registered?

VX51 YSS is a 2002 Audi A6, first registered on 4 January 2002.

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