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B71 SKY

2018 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 3956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

67,325 mi
Last recorded67,325 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A649,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB71 SKY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,956cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 67,325 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 67,325 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 137,820 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 63,392 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 57,035 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 134,600 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 56,112 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (cuts in outer sidewalls, both front tyres) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 124,895 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 50,901 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 50,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2022 45,298 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 45,285 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (and entire back lap not working) (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 119,366 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy when rotated

Oil leak

Rear discs and pads worn close to limit

Pass 8 May 2021 112,114 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 40,548 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 110,622 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 104,386 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 104,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 95,976 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 85,793 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 76,620 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 66,542 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 56,884 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 22 Mar 2013 46,148 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 33,908 miles

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

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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B71 SKY is a 2018 Audi A6 in Blue with a 3,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2018 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 49,153 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 B71 SKY, 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 8 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B71 SKY registered?

B71 SKY is a 2018 Audi A6, first registered on 27 April 2018.

Is B71 SKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B71 SKY shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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