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A6 NXR

2008 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

258,782 mi
Last recorded258,782 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 NXR
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 258,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2025 258,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 233,148 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Dec 2022 233,148 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended debris removed from anchor (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 224,831 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both near side upper arm bush warn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both off side upper arm bush warn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2020 212,296 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 186,475 miles

Nearside Front headlamp bulb on main beam incorrectly fitted

Undertray not fully secure front tray (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 174,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and off side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 159,698 miles

Front to rear under trays fitted not allowing full insection

Nearside Front tyre wear on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre wear close to legal limit on outer shoulder

Fail 1 Nov 2017 159,698 miles

Front to rear under trays fitted not allowing full insection

Nearside Front tyre wear on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre wear close to legal limit on outer shoulder

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 144,327 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2015 128,186 miles

Brake warning light on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2014 109,207 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2014 109,044 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 93,530 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 86,338 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 72,389 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 53,534 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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A6 NXR is a 2008 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 106,509 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 A6 NXR, 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 NXR registered?

A6 NXR is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is A6 NXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 NXR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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