2009 Audi A6 3.0L Diesel · OV59 NCX
2009 Audi A6 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2009. Recorded mileage 75,638 miles. MOT valid until 12 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A6
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,638 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
OV59 NCX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2025
- 75,638 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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OV59 NCX Mileage History
- 01/11/202260,405 mi
- 30/10/202361,453 mi+1,048 mi
- 14/10/202462,424 mi+971 mi
- 03/10/202575,638 mi+13,214 mi
- 03/10/202575,638 mi
Average of roughly 5,213 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV59 NCX MOT History
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 2009 Audi A6 (OV59 NCX) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 October 2025 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: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and a thorough pre-
A failed MOT followed by a pass on the same test date means the vehicle was repaired and re-tested quickly, but you should request all paperwork for the work carried out. The failures centred on anti-roll bar linkage wear, brake disc corrosion and tyre edge wear, all of which are typical of a 16-year-old car that has been used regularly. The fact that both front anti-roll bar linkages showed wear (with the offside deemed a fail) suggests the bushes may need replacement on both sides for symmetry. Insist on a test drive that includes some uneven road surfaces to listen for suspension knocking. Also confirm whether the tyres have since been replaced and check the exhaust heat shield is properly secured, as a loose shield can rattle and potentially cause an MOT failure next time.
Fuel economy for the 3.0 TDI should realistically return 40-45 mpg on a long motorway run and around 30-35 mpg in mixed use, depending on driving style. Road tax for a diesel of this age and emissions bracket is likely to be in the higher bands, so budget around £200-£300 per year for VED. Insurance should be checked carefully, as a 3.0-litre diesel A6 can sit in groups 30-35, particularly for drivers under 30. Servicing parts for the A6 are not the cheapest, with brake discs and pads, anti-roll bar bushes and tyre replacement representing the most likely near-term costs based on the MOT record.
Prioritise a close inspection of the front suspension, particularly the anti-roll bar drop links and bushes on both sides, as both nearside and offside showed wear. The front brake discs are reported as pitted and scored, so measure remaining disc thickness with a gauge and check for lipping. Examine the front tyres carefully for uneven shoulder wear, which can indicate tracking or suspension geometry issues, and confirm the outer-edge wear pattern has not led to sidewall damage. On a road test, listen for exhaust heat shield rattle from the rear, check for any smoke from the 3.0 TDI engine (particularly on startup, which can indicate turbo or injector issues common to this engine), and verify that the dual-mass flywheel is not chattering on pull-away.
This November 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDI in silver has covered 75,638 miles across five recorded MOT tests, with the most recent showing a pass preceded by a fail on the same day. The earlier tests from 2022 to 2024 were clean with no advisories, suggesting a deterioration in late 2025. Average annual mileage since first registration stands at roughly 4,800 miles per year, well below the 9,245-mile model average, though the jump between 2023 and 2024 indicates a period of higher use.
The Audi A6 C6 generation holds an average MOT pass rate of 85.2% across 143,562 records, with headlamp, tyre and anti-roll bar issues the most common failure points, all of which align with this vehicle's recent experience.
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