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A797 DAN

2008 Audi RS6

Blue Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,397 mi
Last recorded136,397 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi RS668,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA797 DAN
MakeAudi
ModelRS6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 136,397 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 131,774 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 124,747 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 120,893 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 113,943 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 102,580 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 92,065 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Jun 2019 92,065 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 80,081 miles

Engine oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2017 71,495 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 Jul 2017 71,495 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Jul 2016 63,964 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 60,893 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 58,889 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 54,678 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 45,080 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 37,553 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 37,553 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Audi RS6?

Based on 15,293 MOT tests across 1,156 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
4,608
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 273
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 199
constant velocity joint gaiter split 167
Headlamp aim too low 114
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 110
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A797 DAN is a 2008 Audi RS6 in Blue with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi RS6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 68,822 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 RS6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 273 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A797 DAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi RS6 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Audi RS6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A797 DAN registered?

A797 DAN is a 2008 Audi RS6, first registered on 20 August 2008.

Is A797 DAN safe to buy?

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