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YK08 VLP

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,055 mi
Last recorded105,055 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 VLP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 105,055 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 102,951 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 100,146 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 97,924 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S AND N/S (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S AND N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 97,924 miles

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

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S AND N/S (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S AND N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 94,605 miles

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

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

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

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 9 Jul 2021 91,952 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 88,101 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 86,312 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 83,434 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 83,434 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 80,838 miles

front door mirrior glass cracked

Pass 9 Feb 2016 79,158 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 72,400 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jun 2013 68,259 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Spare tyre defective

n/s/f has a different wheel fitted

n/s/r tyre has light cut to the outer wall

Pass 29 Jun 2013 68,259 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Spare tyre defective

n/s/f has a different wheel fitted

n/s/r tyre has light cut to the outer wall

Pass 11 Apr 2012 62,183 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 59,241 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 59,241 miles

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

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 VLP is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VLP, 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 VLP registered?

YK08 VLP is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is YK08 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 VLP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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