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YC61 FBN

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

162,827 mi
Last recorded162,827 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 FBN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 162,827 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 154,987 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 148,079 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 138,004 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost NS Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2023 137,635 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm, rearmost, iner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm, rearmost, iner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost NS Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 125,626 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 114,392 miles

trays and covers fitted -- not allowing full inspection of covered parts

Pass 11 Mar 2020 106,710 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 105,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/20 97y (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 83,809 miles

Front Grill damaged but secure.

Fail 23 Feb 2019 83,456 miles

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

Front Grill damaged but secure.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 67,847 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2018 67,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm on central tread (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 49,225 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 40,685 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 40,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 29,054 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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YC61 FBN is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YC61 FBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC61 FBN registered?

YC61 FBN is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is YC61 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 FBN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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