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DS59 SMX

2010 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

163,606 mi
Last recorded163,606 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A699,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS59 SMX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 163,606 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 151,069 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 137,042 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 133,268 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 131,133 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 126,460 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 126,459 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 110,700 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre has cut in outer side wall no cords showing

Nearside Front wing mirror repaired with cable tie but secure

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 98,549 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 85,868 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 67,207 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 45,197 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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DS59 SMX is a 2010 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2010 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 99,854 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 DS59 SMX, 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 16 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 DS59 SMX registered?

DS59 SMX is a 2010 Audi A6, first registered on 29 January 2010.

Is DS59 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS59 SMX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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