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YL08 VVN

2008 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

167,670 mi
Last recorded167,670 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 VVN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 167,670 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2024 167,628 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 156,882 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 145,314 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 145,286 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 132,920 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 129,670 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 129,670 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 128,050 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 128,050 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 114,099 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 108,806 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2016 100,545 miles

engine covers fitted

nail in nearside rear tyre

under tray fitted

Pass 7 May 2015 90,207 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 82,843 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 78,866 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 69,449 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 62,241 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2011 54,868 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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YL08 VVN is a 2008 Audi A6 in Grey 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 YL08 VVN, 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 YL08 VVN registered?

YL08 VVN is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is YL08 VVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 VVN 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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