2022 Audi A6 Sport 40 Tfsi Mhev S-A 2.0L Petrol · GY22 UUT

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 20 June 2026 with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating that at the time of test it met the minimum roadworthiness standards required by DVSA. Looking at the broader pattern, the car has passed its two most recent tests cleanly, following a single failure in June 2025. That earlier failure involved two major defects, both of which were presumably rectified before the subsequent pass in July 2025. The absence of any recurring advisories across the recorded tests suggests that no persistent underlying issues have been flagged by examiners, and the overall maintenance trend can therefore be regarded as stable and currently compliant, though the history is relatively short and buyers should not place excessive confidence in a clean sheet alone. With 78,550 miles recorded on a 2022 vehicle, this Audi A6 has covered approximately 19,638 miles per year over its four-year life, which is notably high for its age and well above the typical private or fleet average. Sustained high mileage of this nature accelerates wear on mechanical consumables and component groups that are not directly tested at MOT but are nevertheless critical to longevity, including the dual-clutch or automatic gearbox internals, engine oil and filtration systems, drive belts, and the electrical ancillaries associated with the mild-hybrid 48-volt system. The rapid accumulation of miles also places greater demand on the suspension and braking components, meaning that even in the absence of advisory items, the buyer should reasonably expect certain wear-related items to be nearer the end of their service life than on a lower-mileage equivalent. Given the engine malfunction indicator lamp failure recorded in June 2025, particular attention should be paid to the health of the MIL system and any stored fault codes during a pre-purchase inspection. While a lamp reset following repair is common, persistent illumination or intermittent reactivation can point to unresolved issues with sensors, the catalytic converter, evaporative emissions system, or the MHEV electrical architecture. A diagnostic scan using VCDS, ODIS, or a compatible OBD tool is strongly recommended, and the buyer should verify exactly what work was carried out to remedy the defect and whether any supporting invoices exist. On a test drive, the driver should be alert to any illumination of the engine management lamp on cold start or under part-throttle load, as well as any hesitation, uneven idle, or reduction in fuel economy. The shock absorber fluid leak recorded on the nearside front at the 2025 failure is a significant structural concern if not properly addressed, as hydraulic fluid loss compromises damping performance and vehicle stability, particularly under braking or cornering. Although the vehicle subsequently passed, the buyer should physically inspect the nearside front strut for any residual dampness, staining, or staining on the surrounding bodywork, and listen for clonking or knocking over uneven surfaces during a test drive. In addition, given the high mileage and standing age, it is prudent to check the tyres for uneven tread wear across the axle, which can indicate worn suspension bushes or alignment drift, and to inspect the brake discs for lipping and corrosion. The 12V battery, brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid should all be considered for time-based replacement, as calendar degradation affects them independently of mileage, and verifying the digital service history stamps will confirm whether the manufacturer schedule has been fully maintained.