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YH51 YEL

2001 Audi A6

Grey Petrol 2671cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

166,243 mi
Last recorded166,243 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH51 YEL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,671cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 166,243 miles

engine mountings deterioating

n/s/f headlamp slightly dim compared to o/s/f

Fail 24 Sep 2015 166,243 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f headlamp slightly dim compared to o/s/f

Pass 14 Jul 2014 158,583 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 155,536 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear seat belt not tested,child seat obstructing full inspection

oil leak around engine area

Pass 5 Oct 2011 142,732 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 3 Oct 2011 142,732 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

engine oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2010 129,949 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 120,536 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 105,692 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 99,012 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 99,012 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

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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YH51 YEL is a 2001 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,671cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YH51 YEL, 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 YH51 YEL registered?

YH51 YEL is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 5 October 2001.

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