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YS57 XGA

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

221,045 mi
Last recorded221,045 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 XGA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 221,045 miles

EML is on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak from engine ()

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

Fail 19 Jan 2017 221,044 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing sub-frame front mounting (2.4.G.1)

EML is on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak from engine ()

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 204,964 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 182,222 miles

Emissions too low to test

Fail 9 Feb 2015 182,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Emissions too low to test

O/s/f tyre bold on inner edge 225/50R17

Pass 28 Mar 2013 138,043 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 138,043 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Feb 2012 110,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 110,776 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 86,390 miles

Both rear tyres getting low.

Engine management light on.

Front c-link bushes split and splayed.

Front number plate damaged.

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

Fail 6 Jan 2011 86,390 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Both rear tyres getting low.

Engine management light on.

Front c-link bushes split and splayed.

Front number plate damaged.

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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YS57 XGA is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 YS57 XGA, 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 YS57 XGA registered?

YS57 XGA is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is YS57 XGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS57 XGA shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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