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Y6 DBN

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,488 mi
Last recorded122,488 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY6 DBN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 122,488 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 110,150 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 10 Jan 2023 97,558 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 84,043 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 84,043 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 83,725 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 77,529 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 77,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 67,953 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 67,953 miles

Offside Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 59,122 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 50,355 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 42,732 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 33,055 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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Y6 DBN is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 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 Y6 DBN, 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 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y6 DBN registered?

Y6 DBN is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 9 November 2012.

Is Y6 DBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y6 DBN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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