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AE51 DHJ

2001 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

262,892 mi
Last recorded262,892 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 262,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 260,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 241,193 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 241,193 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 226,864 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 226,864 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 226,813 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 22,284 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2014 222,484 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 214,600 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 207,380 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 202,010 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 202,010 miles

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 194,666 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 186,343 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 172,351 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 164,524 miles

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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AE51 DHJ is a 2001 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AE51 DHJ, 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.

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What year was AE51 DHJ registered?

AE51 DHJ is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is AE51 DHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 DHJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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