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R16 WGG

2008 Audi RS6

Black Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,439 mi
Last recorded112,439 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi RS668,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 WGG
MakeAudi
ModelRS6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 112,439 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 110,084 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 104,887 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 95,586 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 90,439 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 90,038 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 83,003 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 71,581 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))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 63,079 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 55,823 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 51,435 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 46,536 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 40,574 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 34,967 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 34,967 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 30,108 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 30,104 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 22,464 miles

How Reliable is the Audi RS6?

Based on 15,293 MOT tests across 1,156 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
4,608
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 273
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 199
constant velocity joint gaiter split 167
Headlamp aim too low 114
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 110
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R16 WGG is a 2008 Audi RS6 in Black with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Audi RS6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 68,822 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi RS6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 273 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R16 WGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi RS6 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Audi RS6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R16 WGG registered?

R16 WGG is a 2008 Audi RS6, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is R16 WGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 WGG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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