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YB57 GSY

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

265,724 mi
Last recorded265,724 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 GSY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 265,724 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight under body corrosion

Fail 17 Oct 2025 265,724 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight under body corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2024 254,561 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Inner and outer vehicle sills covered up on both sides

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2024 254,561 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Inner and outer vehicle sills covered up on both sides

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2023 251,854 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 243,045 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 230,845 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 220,082 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 220,082 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 206,809 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 198,055 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 186,151 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 186,151 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel cooler (7.2.3)

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

rear shock absorbers protection tubes insecure

Pass 18 Feb 2016 171,296 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 159,186 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 146,562 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 133,360 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 119,532 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 119,532 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 20 Dec 2011 118,579 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 92,753 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 92,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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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YB57 GSY is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 YB57 GSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB57 GSY registered?

YB57 GSY is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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