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R5 GXL

2008 Audi RS6

White Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,953 mi
Last recorded92,953 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi RS668,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 GXL
MakeAudi
ModelRS6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 92,953 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 92,251 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 92,140 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2017 89,405 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2017 89,405 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 79,424 miles

Engine under tray fitted.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 74,450 miles

Both ns front top arm bushes perished

Both os top arm bushes perished

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 70,656 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 59,984 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 57,367 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 55,767 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 4 Apr 2013 55,767 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2012 32,055 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 28,583 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 26,756 miles

Both front tyre's badly worn on outer edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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R5 GXL is a 2008 Audi RS6 in White with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R5 GXL, 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 R5 GXL registered?

R5 GXL is a 2008 Audi RS6, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is R5 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 GXL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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