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YF08 GJY

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,940 mi
Last recorded163,940 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 GJY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 163,940 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 140,797 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 125,519 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 Jun 2017 110,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2017 110,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2016 101,675 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT STAYS ON

Fail 25 May 2016 101,675 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT STAYS ON

Fail 21 Apr 2015 94,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 94,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 May 2014 85,904 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 85,904 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 76,938 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 66,490 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 59,632 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 59,632 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YF08 GJY is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YF08 GJY, 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 YF08 GJY registered?

YF08 GJY is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YF08 GJY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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