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W231 JBU

2000 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

205,546 mi
Last recorded205,546 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Audi A6117,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 JBU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 205,546 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 205,546 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 195,736 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 179,979 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 164,477 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 164,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 150,705 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 137,053 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 118,228 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

deterioration all tyres.

deterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

Pass 19 Jul 2007 108,165 miles

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

deterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

Pass 21 Jul 2006 100,449 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear tyre inner sidewall deteriorated.

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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W231 JBU is a 2000 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W231 JBU, 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

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What year was W231 JBU registered?

W231 JBU is a 2000 Audi A6, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W231 JBU safe to buy?

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