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A6 FXU

2008 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

161,749 mi
Last recorded161,749 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 FXU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 161,749 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 152,738 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 152,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2022 148,777 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 143,740 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 137,174 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 125,208 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 125,208 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 118,571 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 115,443 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 115,443 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 112,279 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 112,279 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 10,318 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 88,557 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 73,665 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 68,643 miles

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

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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A6 FXU is a 2008 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 106,509 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A6 FXU, 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 18 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 A6 FXU registered?

A6 FXU is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is A6 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 FXU 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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