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VX52 HLE

2002 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,034 mi
Last recorded168,034 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Audi A6115,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 HLE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2020 168,034 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s,o/s front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 163,674 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 163,432 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn x2 lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 156,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit note tyre tread depth 3.0 mm limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit note tyre tread depth 3.0 mm limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 152,124 miles

Diesel Feed Pipes Appear Wet/Leaking Under Off Side

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 152,123 miles

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

Diesel Feed Pipes Appear Wet/Leaking Under Off Side

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 147,591 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2016 147,591 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 136,419 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 135,158 miles

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

Slight diesel weep from flexi hose

Pass 6 Nov 2012 130,106 miles

HEADLAMP AIM CORRECTED AT TIME OF TEST

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 112,381 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 100,313 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 88,693 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 73,832 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 73,798 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 66,107 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2005 37,990 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2005 37,826 miles

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

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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VX52 HLE is a 2002 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX52 HLE, 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 VX52 HLE registered?

VX52 HLE is a 2002 Audi A6, first registered on 26 September 2002.

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