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EF09 LKG

2009 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,214 mi
Last recorded164,214 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A6104,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF09 LKG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 164,214 miles

Bonnet primary holding device ineffective

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 164,180 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Bonnet primary holding device ineffective

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 154,625 miles

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

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 154,615 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 149,223 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sevral cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 149,223 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sevral cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 140,344 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 133,350 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 133,350 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2020 130,039 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 120,147 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

chip in screen

Pass 5 Jun 2018 116,022 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 110,780 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing low (3mm).

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 102,421 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Jun 2015 87,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 72,697 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 72,697 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 58,273 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 58,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 44,422 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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EF09 LKG is a 2009 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 104,062 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 EF09 LKG, 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 17 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EF09 LKG is a 2009 Audi A6, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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