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AX53 AEP

2003 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1871cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

212,243 mi
Last recorded212,243 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A6108,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 AEP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,871cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 212,243 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 209,487 miles
Pass 12 May 2024 205,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2023 202,736 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 198,987 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2022 198,987 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 195,198 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 195,198 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 194,673 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2018 90,199 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 186,909 miles

o/s/r brake slight bind

Pass 3 Dec 2016 185,328 miles

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)

Fail 3 Dec 2016 185,328 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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 5 Dec 2015 177,533 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 177,533 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 166,958 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 157,709 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 29 Nov 2012 147,441 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 138,369 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 138,369 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 131,337 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 124,961 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 115,024 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 103,610 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 86,742 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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AX53 AEP is a 2003 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,871cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 108,650 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 AX53 AEP, 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 23 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX53 AEP registered?

AX53 AEP is a 2003 Audi A6, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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