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YR08 HZG

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,097 mi
Last recorded147,097 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 HZG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 147,097 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 147,091 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2019 136,480 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 120,250 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 103,659 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 89,941 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inners (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2015 79,968 miles

nearside rear brake pads look low

Pass 17 Jun 2014 67,241 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 67,241 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2012 63,544 miles

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

Service light on

Fail 23 May 2012 63,544 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Service light on

Pass 21 May 2011 46,555 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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YR08 HZG is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR08 HZG, 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 YR08 HZG registered?

YR08 HZG is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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