2008 Audi A6 2.7L Diesel · RF08 YTJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT on 10 July 2025 at 125,924 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reactive, as the owner has consistently addressed immediate failures to maintain compliance. While the 2025 test initially failed due to an ineffective brake locking device, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates the braking system was repaired to meet safety standards shortly after that. At 125,924 miles over 18 years, this Audi A6 has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical annual usage for an executive saloon of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns with roughly 3,600 miles covered between the July 2024 and July 2025 tests, and approximately 3,900 miles in the year preceding that. This steady mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of stationary neglect, which helps prevent the accelerated degradation of rubber components like brake seals and fluid lines. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system given the recent July 2025 failure regarding the brake locking device, which often indicates a seized caliper or a faulty handbrake mechanism. Physical inspection should verify that there is no residual binding and that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. The 2024 failure regarding the nearside stop lamp suggests a minor electrical oversight, but it highlights the need to check all auxiliary lighting and bulbs for corrosion. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion and the suspension for wear is essential, as these are common points of failure on this platform that do not always trigger a standard MOT failure until they become critical.