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YX08 XGW

2008 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

172,417 mi
Last recorded172,417 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A6106,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 XGW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 172,417 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2023 172,417 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing 1/5 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 165,844 miles

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))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 153,241 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 151,622 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 139,182 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 130,933 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 121,529 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 107,522 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 16 Feb 2016 107,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2015 91,604 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 91,320 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2012 88,043 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 85,236 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 71,706 miles

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

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

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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YX08 XGW is a 2008 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YX08 XGW, 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 YX08 XGW registered?

YX08 XGW is a 2008 Audi A6, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is YX08 XGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 XGW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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