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GIG 455

2008 Audi RS6

Blue Petrol 4991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,587 mi
Last recorded82,587 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi RS668,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 455
MakeAudi
ModelRS6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 82,587 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 77,764 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 74,654 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 65,588 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 55,693 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 55,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 45,131 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 38,786 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 38,779 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 28,991 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 28,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

T,P,S monitor showing a fault

Pass 18 Oct 2013 26,061 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 19,403 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 11,639 miles

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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GIG 455 is a 2008 Audi RS6 in Blue with a 4,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GIG 455, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GIG 455 registered?

GIG 455 is a 2008 Audi RS6, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is GIG 455 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIG 455 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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