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W401 VCH

2000 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

147,454 mi
Last recorded147,454 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Audi A6117,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW401 VCH
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2014 147,454 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 126,592 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 110,463 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 163,157 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 163,157 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 157,195 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2010 157,195 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 145,144 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 138,312 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 134,338 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 134,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 129,876 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 129,876 miles

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

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

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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W401 VCH is a 2000 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,393cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W401 VCH, 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 W401 VCH registered?

W401 VCH is a 2000 Audi A6, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W401 VCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W401 VCH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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