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AE08 SWK

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,815 mi
Last recorded157,815 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 SWK
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 157,815 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 147,553 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 147,537 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 134,981 miles

both rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 8 Jun 2021 124,146 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 116,757 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 116,420 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 114,455 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 109,495 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 102,392 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 97,280 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 92,556 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 92,556 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 85,616 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 18 Jun 2012 70,194 miles

all brake pads slightly worn

Pass 20 Jun 2011 53,806 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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AE08 SWK is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AE08 SWK, 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.

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What year was AE08 SWK registered?

AE08 SWK is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AE08 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 SWK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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