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R26 PCW

2008 Audi RS6

Blue Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,039 mi
Last recorded84,039 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi RS668,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 PCW
MakeAudi
ModelRS6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 84,039 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 78,368 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Flexi pipe (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 76,079 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 74,108 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 68,479 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 62,138 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 57,320 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 50,050 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2018 45,895 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 45,770 miles

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

tyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault

Pass 7 Nov 2013 44,316 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

tyre pressure warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 17 Oct 2012 35,931 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 35,931 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R26 PCW is a 2008 Audi RS6 in Blue with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R26 PCW, 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 R26 PCW registered?

R26 PCW is a 2008 Audi RS6, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is R26 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 PCW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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