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GEM 16

2009 Audi A6

Blue Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,554 mi
Last recorded126,554 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A6104,062 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEM 16
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 126,554 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 119,690 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 115,069 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 109,277 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 101,892 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 101,892 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2021 96,862 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 May 2020 93,388 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 93,388 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 91,554 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

engine covers , under trays & sill covers fitted

Fail 22 May 2019 91,548 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

engine covers , under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2018 85,780 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 77,101 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 65,058 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 28 May 2015 55,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 43,647 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 35,985 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 29,930 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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GEM 16 is a 2009 Audi A6 in Blue with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GEM 16, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEM 16 registered?

GEM 16 is a 2009 Audi A6, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is GEM 16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEM 16 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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