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YR08 XGF

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

220,000 mi
Last recorded220,000 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 XGF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 220,000 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

stone chip

Pass 20 Mar 2025 217,360 miles

Offside Front wing and bumper are damaged

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust shield is loose

Pass 25 Mar 2024 214,876 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Rear heat shield loose

Pass 20 Mar 2023 211,029 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 202,339 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 202,338 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 188,076 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 183,926 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 173,645 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 161,745 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 150,275 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/35zr19y (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 137,535 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 120,492 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 106,318 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 89,404 miles

Both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Nearside front coil spring slightly corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2012 71,261 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 71,261 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 52,323 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 XGF is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YR08 XGF, 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 XGF registered?

YR08 XGF is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is YR08 XGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 XGF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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