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E12 RSN

2008 Audi RS6

Black Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

156,641 mi
Last recorded156,641 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi RS668,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE12 RSN
MakeAudi
ModelRS6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 156,641 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 156,412 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 150,132 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 140,254 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 133,487 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 127,881 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 127,689 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 125,657 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 116,057 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 106,914 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 May 2016 95,203 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 94,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 855,492 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 79,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Apr 2014 79,156 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 73,075 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 73,075 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2012 63,412 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 63,412 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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E12 RSN is a 2008 Audi RS6 in Black with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 E12 RSN, 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 E12 RSN registered?

E12 RSN is a 2008 Audi RS6, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is E12 RSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E12 RSN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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