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YK08 VLA

2008 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,082 mi
Last recorded191,082 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 VLA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 191,082 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 180,846 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 May 2021 180,524 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 May 2020 168,659 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 155,954 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 141,908 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 128,816 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 117,045 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 105,167 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 90,251 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 79,283 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

wipers poor

Fail 8 Apr 2013 79,264 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

wipers poor

Pass 9 Mar 2012 65,476 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 51,613 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YK08 VLA is a 2008 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YK08 VLA, 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 YK08 VLA registered?

YK08 VLA is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is YK08 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 VLA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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