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DY08 YYL

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

189,828 mi
Last recorded189,828 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 YYL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 189,828 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement unable to inspect D-bush due to undertray in the way. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

unable to check brake pipes due to undertrays under vehicle.

Pass 3 Apr 2025 172,402 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 164,170 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 144,479 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 134,779 miles

all front upper arm inner bush's perishing

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Nov 2021 130,544 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2021 130,544 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2020 126,643 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2020 126,643 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2019 120,868 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2018 114,469 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

brake pad wear indicator light on

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2018 114,469 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

brake pad wear indicator light on

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2017 108,588 miles

engine bay covers fitted

slight damage to o/s rear tyre inner side wall

Fail 10 Nov 2017 108,588 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' o/s & n/s (8.3.1e)

engine bay covers fitted

slight damage to o/s rear tyre inner side wall

Pass 17 Nov 2016 102,867 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2015 97,062 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2014 88,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine emission light stays on

Pass 21 Nov 2014 88,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine emission light stays on

Fail 19 Nov 2013 72,310 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 72,310 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 60,628 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 60,628 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 41,762 miles

outer sills covered

belly pan fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2011 41,183 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 38,941 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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DY08 YYL is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 DY08 YYL, 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 DY08 YYL registered?

DY08 YYL is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DY08 YYL safe to buy?

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