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AK53 WAL

2008 Audi A6

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

227,332 mi
Last recorded227,332 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 WAL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 227,332 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2025 219,339 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2024 208,204 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 198,504 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 189,779 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged tyre has damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 183,669 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 177,486 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 168,981 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 160,611 miles

Front Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 152,760 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2016 144,567 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2015 123,552 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 114,518 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 19 Apr 2013 93,360 miles

both rear tyres low

Fail 3 Apr 2013 93,113 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyrs worn unevenly on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2012 69,152 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 69,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 41,982 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 41,982 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn out of shape on inner edges

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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AK53 WAL is a 2008 Audi A6 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AK53 WAL, 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 AK53 WAL registered?

AK53 WAL is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AK53 WAL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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