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2008 Audi A6 3.1L Petrol · OY08 AEU

OY08 AEU

2008 Audi A6 (3.1L, petrol). First registered 14 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 147,169 miles. MOT valid until 16 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
AUDI A6
Year / Origin
2008 · Oxford
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 16 May 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
147,169 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.1L
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Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 May 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
3123cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025-05-10 at 143,649 miles, with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend. However, a prior failure on 2025-05-01 at 143,396 miles—just nine days earlier—suggests potential inconsistency in compliance. No defects were noted in either test, which may reflect minor procedural issues or technicalities rather than mechanical faults. The absence of critical failures in earlier tests from 2022 to 2024 further supports a generally reliable maintenance history, though the recent failure warrants scrutiny. The vehicle’s mileage of 143,649 miles over 18 years equates to approximately 7,980 miles annually, aligning with typical usage for its age. Gaps between MOT tests range from 11 to 14 months, with the longest interval between 2023-03-18 (117,766 miles) and 2024-04-17 (135,740 miles), covering 17,974 miles. This suggests regular but not frequent testing, which may indicate the owner prioritized compliance over proactive maintenance. The lack of recurring defects in the record implies no systemic issues, though the car’s age necessitates closer inspection of wear-prone components. A buyer should prioritize checking suspension components, such as worn bushes or coil springs, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The absence of brake-related defects in MOT records does not preclude the need for a detailed brake system inspection, including caliper binding and disc wear. Structural corrosion, particularly in areas prone to road salt exposure, should also be assessed. While the MOT history shows no immediate risks, the 2025 failure and extended time since the last test highlight the importance of an independent mechanical evaluation before purchase.
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OY08 AEU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
  • 147,169 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

OY08 AEU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 22:20
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Audi A6 (OY08 AEU) between March 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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OY08 AEU Mileage History

  1. 18/03/2023117,766 mi
  2. 17/04/2024135,740 mi+17,974 mi
  3. 01/05/2025143,396 mi+7,656 mi
  4. 10/05/2025143,649 mi+253 mi
  5. 18/05/2026147,169 mi+3,520 mi

Average of roughly 9,282 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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Outstanding recall notice
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