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Y298 YFP

2001 Audi A6

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,833 mi
Last recorded147,833 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 YFP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 147,833 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 145,833 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2010 145,810 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 139,305 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 132,361 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2007 125,075 miles

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 25 Aug 2006 116,319 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nail in nearside rear tyre

two bulbs in rear high level stop light not working

Fail 22 Aug 2006 116,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

brake warning light on on dashboard

two bulbs in rear high level stop light not working

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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Y298 YFP is a 2001 Audi A6 in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y298 YFP, 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 Y298 YFP registered?

Y298 YFP is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y298 YFP safe to buy?

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