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DG56 MMG

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,955 mi
Last recorded179,955 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 MMG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 179,955 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 168,890 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2024 160,591 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 160,591 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 152,182 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 152,181 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Reg Plate Lights flicker.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front Tyres worn around inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 141,262 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Rear Tyres starting to wear around inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 May 2022 141,262 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Arm - Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Rear Tyres starting to wear around inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 131,077 miles

BOTH Rear Tyres worn around inner edges.

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2021 131,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Split around Inner Shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ALL Tyres worn around inner edges.

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2020 122,735 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 111,027 miles

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge

Fail 1 May 2019 111,027 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

tracking

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

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge

Pass 15 May 2018 96,514 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 96,514 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 4 May 2018 96,502 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 May 2017 77,147 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 77,147 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2016 75,113 miles

Child seat fitted off side rear

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Under floor panels fitted

Screw in off side front tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2015 66,743 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 62,400 miles

near side tyes have slight side wall damage

rear brake pads worn

Pass 31 Jul 2013 53,293 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 81,533 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 45,997 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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DG56 MMG is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DG56 MMG, 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 DG56 MMG registered?

DG56 MMG is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is DG56 MMG safe to buy?

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