1997 Audi A6 2.5L Diesel · P145 GPD
1997 Audi A6 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 21 Jan 1997. MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A6
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P145 GPD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/03/2025
- 0 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P145 GPD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Audi A6 (P145 GPD) between November 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 22 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
P145 GPD Mileage History
- 28/11/20240 mi
- 03/01/20250 mi
- 08/03/20250 mi
- 22/03/20250 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Audi Audi A6 Mk2 (C5)
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- Blocked Plenum DrainsSerious
Leaves and debris block the drains, leading to water entering the cabin and damaging the CCM.
- Front Multi-Link Suspension WearModerate
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.
- ABS Module FailureModerate
The Bosch 5.3/5.7 ABS control unit develops internal solder faults, triggering ABS and brake warning lights and sometimes causing speedometer dropouts.
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