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X55 AET

2001 Audi A6

Green Petrol 2671cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,589 mi
Last recorded122,589 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX55 AET
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,671cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 122,589 miles

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

o/s/r tyre is on 3mm tread

rear discs are slightly pitted

Pass 10 Jan 2013 115,824 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 115,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 106,060 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 105,374 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 101,743 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 93,702 miles

nearside front tyre worn badly on inner and outer edges (just in legal requirement)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 81,936 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 71,024 miles

Both front & Rear Number plates slightly distorted

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

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)

Rear Upper Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Fail 21 Dec 2006 70,844 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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X55 AET is a 2001 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,671cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 116,269 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 X55 AET, 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 25 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 X55 AET registered?

X55 AET is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X55 AET safe to buy?

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