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DY58 NHJ

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

159,068 mi
Last recorded159,068 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 NHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 159,068 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 159,068 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 150,218 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 137,926 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2018 137,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 127,534 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 113,466 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring and preventing inspection of some components

Pass 8 Sep 2015 102,625 miles

Beam converters fitted at time of test

Covers in engine bay obscuring some components

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint TCA mounting ARB link (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components under the vehicle

Fail 7 Sep 2015 102,592 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall deteriorated (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Beam converters fitted at time of test

Covers in engine bay obscuring some components

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre wearing inner shoulder and outer sidewall deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint TCA mounting ARB link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components under the vehicle

Pass 15 Aug 2014 89,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall has slight damage/cut, no cord or ply exposed.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 15 Aug 2014 89,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall has slight damage/cut, no cord or ply exposed.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Sep 2013 78,750 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 68,646 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 68,646 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 52,692 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 Sep 2011 52,692 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DY58 NHJ is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DY58 NHJ, 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 DY58 NHJ registered?

DY58 NHJ is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is DY58 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 NHJ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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