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W172 RVU

2000 Audi A6

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,731 mi
Last recorded140,731 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Audi A6117,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 RVU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2012 140,731 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 139,179 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 134,262 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 121,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 111,392 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 98,109 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 83,309 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 80,356 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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W172 RVU is a 2000 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 117,334 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 W172 RVU, 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 26 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W172 RVU?

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What year was W172 RVU registered?

W172 RVU is a 2000 Audi A6, first registered on 6 July 2000.

Is W172 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 RVU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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