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AL12 SAM

2016 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,008 mi
Last recorded81,008 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A663,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL12 SAM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 81,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 72,184 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 9 Jul 2023 61,998 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Fail 9 Jul 2023 61,998 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 4 Jul 2022 52,547 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 44,117 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 39,463 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front suspension arm bushes very lightly cracking (rear bushes)

Pass 25 Mar 2020 37,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,019 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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AL12 SAM is a 2016 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 63,296 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 AL12 SAM, 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 10 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AL12 SAM registered?

AL12 SAM is a 2016 Audi A6, first registered on 19 May 2016.

Is AL12 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL12 SAM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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