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YA57 MKL

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

150,560 mi
Last recorded150,560 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 MKL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 150,560 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 140,893 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing thin.

Fail 30 Sep 2019 140,891 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front and rear brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 27 Sep 2018 131,177 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 131,177 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 116,622 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 104,218 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 93,301 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 78,529 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 70,364 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 61,618 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 51,470 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 40,135 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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YA57 MKL is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 106,509 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 YA57 MKL, 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 18 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YA57 MKL registered?

YA57 MKL is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is YA57 MKL safe to buy?

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