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SW61 BDF

2011 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

149,989 mi
Last recorded149,989 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A694,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 BDF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 149,989 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 136,718 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 206,955 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 120,320 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 108,557 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 108,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 95,268 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 83,289 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 73,955 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 63,548 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 51,552 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 41,719 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 31,281 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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SW61 BDF is a 2011 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 94,878 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 SW61 BDF, 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 15 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SW61 BDF registered?

SW61 BDF is a 2011 Audi A6, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is SW61 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 BDF 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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