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YE08 VBX

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

219,572 mi
Last recorded219,572 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 VBX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 219,572 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 206,588 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 194,652 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 183,136 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 182,982 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 170,410 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 166,042 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(upper back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(frnt inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 166,042 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nsr & osr (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(upper back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(frnt inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 159,482 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nsf & osf (lower outer) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf (top back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 151,344 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf (inner) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr & osr (inner & outer) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 145,195 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 137,296 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 116,701 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 106,853 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 76,605 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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YE08 VBX is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YE08 VBX, 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 YE08 VBX registered?

YE08 VBX is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is YE08 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 VBX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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