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EK59 YFX

2009 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

176,129 mi
Last recorded176,129 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A6104,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 YFX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 176,129 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 176,129 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 172,533 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 166,957 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 159,147 miles

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

Windscreen has small stone chips

Pass 29 Sep 2021 151,803 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 151,803 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements de-laminated (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 144,754 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f and n/s/f upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen has small stone chip

Pass 3 Oct 2019 137,784 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 137,333 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 122,713 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 122,713 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 119,602 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 110,918 miles

engine management light on

Pass 22 Sep 2015 102,645 miles

engine manegment light on

undertrays/engine covers fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2015 102,645 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine manegment light on

undertrays/engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2014 92,712 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 84,801 miles

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

nearside front side light was not working but started to work during test, may need adjustment or repair?

Pass 27 Sep 2013 84,801 miles

nearside front side light was not working but started to work during test, may need adjustment or repair?

Pass 28 Nov 2012 75,976 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 75,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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EK59 YFX is a 2009 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EK59 YFX, 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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What year was EK59 YFX registered?

EK59 YFX is a 2009 Audi A6, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is EK59 YFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK59 YFX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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