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MK10 DFP

2010 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

242,494 mi
Last recorded242,494 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A699,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK10 DFP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 242,494 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 239,629 miles

all front suspension arms joints and bushes worn

Fail 22 Feb 2025 239,629 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

all front suspension arms joints and bushes worn

Pass 17 Feb 2024 234,370 miles

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

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

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

all front suspension arms bushes and joints worn

Fail 17 Feb 2024 234,370 miles

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

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

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

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

all front suspension arms bushes and joints worn

Pass 15 Feb 2023 228,067 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 228,067 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 224,242 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 218,241 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 213,493 miles

advise front /rear pads /condition

advise front tyres feathering inside edge

Fail 8 Feb 2020 213,493 miles

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

advise front /rear pads /condition

advise front tyres feathering inside edge

Pass 7 Feb 2019 207,189 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 200,225 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine under tray & component tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Pass 10 Feb 2017 192,783 miles

plastic cover under vehicle.

Pass 25 Jan 2016 187,550 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

eml light on

front pad wiring broken

Pass 12 Jan 2015 179,537 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 169,321 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 160,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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MK10 DFP is a 2010 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 99,854 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 MK10 DFP, 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 16 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK10 DFP registered?

MK10 DFP is a 2010 Audi A6, first registered on 3 March 2010.

Is MK10 DFP safe to buy?

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