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Audi A6 MOT Results

Registered in 2016
88.0% pass rate
from 14,022 tests in 2021
(28% better than other 2016 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi A6 is unusually good or bad.

  • 5.0% fail on Tyres (27% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 2.6% fail on Condition (25% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 2.6% fail on Tread depth (36% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.064% fail on Size/type
  • 1.8% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (49% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Headlamp aim (27% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 1.0% fail on Headlamp aim (25% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.42% fail on Direction indicators
      • 0.42% fail on Flashing type
        • 0.36% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.057% fail on Individual direction indicators
    • 0.29% fail on Headlamps (60% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.050% fail on Headlamp (92% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 0.057% fail on Stop lamp (91% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.036% fail on Electrical wiring (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0071% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.014% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (96% better than other 2016 cars)
  • 1.2% fail on Brakes (57% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.80% fail on Mechanical brake components (58% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.72% fail on Brake linings and pads (55% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.72% fail on Brake pads (54% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Brake discs and drums (73% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Brake discs (73% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.34% fail on Brake performance (54% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Service brake performance (41% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.24% fail on Rbt (39% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.20% fail on Service brake performance (40% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.043% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.050% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.050% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.036% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.014% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.036% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.029% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (88% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.021% fail on Rbt (sp) (90% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0071% fail on Gradient tester (sp)
    • 0.050% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.029% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.029% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.014% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.043% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.014% fail on Parking brake control (87% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Electronic parking brake
    • 0.0071% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.0071% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.0071% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.0071% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.0071% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0071% fail on Other components
  • 1.00% fail on Visibility (75% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.42% fail on Wipers (85% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.41% fail on Washers (63% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.093% fail on View to rear (160% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.093% fail on Mirrors (170% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.086% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.078% fail on Windscreen
      • 0.0071% fail on Window
    • 0.0071% fail on Bonnet
  • 0.91% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 0.88% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 0.53% fail on Compression ignition (55% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.53% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (110% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0071% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
      • 0.36% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.31% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.071% fail on Catalyst emissions (58% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0071% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0071% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.0071% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 0.014% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.014% fail on Engine oil leaks
    • 0.0071% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0071% fail on Undertray
  • 0.88% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.74% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (5 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.13% fail on Condition
    • 0.021% fail on Airbags (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Drivers airbag (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
  • 0.62% fail on Suspension (70% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.27% fail on Suspension arms (45% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.050% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint (89% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.20% fail on Springs (83% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Coil springs (83% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.20% fail on Coil spring (82% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0071% fail on Mounting
    • 0.086% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.071% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.0071% fail on Anti-roll bars
      • 0.0071% fail on Linkage
  • 0.43% fail on Identification of the vehicle (100% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.43% fail on Registration plates (100% worse than other 2016 cars)
  • 0.38% fail on Body, chassis, structure (31% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Transmission
      • 0.20% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.20% fail on Joints
      • 0.014% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.014% fail on Joints
    • 0.057% fail on Exhaust system (65% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.057% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.036% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.014% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0071% fail on Tank
    • 0.014% fail on Doors
      • 0.014% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.014% fail on Door condition
    • 0.0071% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.0071% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.0071% fail on Carrier
    • 0.0071% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0071% fail on Other towbar components
    • 0.0071% fail on Body
      • 0.0071% fail on Panel
    • 0.0071% fail on Seats
      • 0.0071% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.0071% fail on Undertray
  • 0.31% fail on Road Wheels (67% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.27% fail on Attachment (95% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Condition
  • 0.064% fail on Steering (76% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.036% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.036% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.021% fail on Steering linkage components (90% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0071% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.0071% fail on Track rod end
      • 0.0071% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.0071% fail on Electronic power steering
  • 0.0071% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0071% fail on Belt(s)/padding
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  • Audi A6 (2011 - 2018)
    Impressive cabin with a straightforward layout. Very quiet and refined on the move. Navigation and leather seats in all models. Efficient 2.0 TDI provides good performance.

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