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AY09 GUK

2009 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

173,035 mi
Last recorded173,035 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A6104,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 GUK
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 173,035 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2026 173,035 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 164,310 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 164,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 160,124 miles

exhaust/engine noise

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 154,812 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 154,812 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 144,837 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 141,965 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 141,963 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 132,642 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively All rear slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 121,555 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 110,305 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 99,676 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 89,298 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 89,298 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 75,878 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 75,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 67,275 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2013 56,987 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 43,521 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Dec 2011 38,998 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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AY09 GUK is a 2009 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 104,062 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 AY09 GUK, 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 17 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY09 GUK registered?

AY09 GUK is a 2009 Audi A6, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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