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1997 Audi A6 Mk2 (C5)

Browse our directory of 1997 Audi A6 Mk2 (C5) vehicles. Access instant MOT history reports, tax status, and reliability insights for any registration listed below.

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A12 CCAA6 MVTARC 45H1 MVXH6 AVCJ11 WBGJ99 JRFK40 LPGL4 GFMLCZ 3613M100 AELM128 TDAM19 SONM9 ETWN8 WLDOAZ 1155P108 VDGP114 HEYP114 HSPP121 CPJP145 GPDP146 YFWP148 PYDP154 BUDP186 CFVP204 RTMP21 KMSP245 EABP256 DRSP270 MHKP29 JVRP29 LMHP322 XKHP324 AFXP332 GFLP340 YBRP347 MVUP35 DAWP360 LOCP370 OET

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Common Problems & Reliability

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The 1997 Audi A6 Mk2 (C5) has 5 known issues. 2 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair. 3 are moderate concerns worth inspecting before purchase.

Blocked Plenum Drains

Serious

Leaves and debris block the drains, leading to water entering the cabin and damaging the CCM.

Symptoms: Wet front carpets, Electrical behaving strangely

Est. repair cost: £100–£800

2.5 V6 TDI Camshaft and Rocker Wear

Serious

Early sliding-rocker versions can suffer cam and rocker wear. Later roller-rocker engines differ, so identify the engine code and valve gear before judging the risk.

Symptoms: Uneven running, Progressive loss of power or top-end noise

Front Multi-Link Suspension Wear

Moderate

The C5 uses a sophisticated aluminium multi-link front suspension with eight control arms per side. Bushings harden and ball joints develop play, causing clunks and vague steering.

Symptoms: Clunking over bumps, Imprecise steering...

Est. repair cost: £350–£900

ABS Module Failure

Moderate

The Bosch 5.3/5.7 ABS control unit develops internal solder faults, triggering ABS and brake warning lights and sometimes causing speedometer dropouts.

Symptoms: ABS and brake warning lights, Speedometer dropping to zero...

Est. repair cost: £200–£500

Driver Door Wiring Loom Breakage

Moderate

Wires in the rubber boot between the body and driver door fatigue and snap over time, causing central locking, window and mirror failures.

Symptoms: Door window stops working, Central locking intermittent...

Est. repair cost: £100–£300

View detailed Audi A6 Mk2 (C5) fault guide

Buying Tips for the 1997 Audi A6 Mk2 (C5)

  • Feel the front footwell carpets for dampness before anything else
  • Clear plenum drains under the battery and brake servo regularly
  • Check all instrument displays for pixel loss

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