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Audi A6 MOT Results

Registered in 2017
88.9% pass rate
from 10,012 tests in 2021
(18% better than other 2017 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 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi A6 is unusually good or bad.

  • 5.3% fail on Tyres (54% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 3.2% fail on Condition (62% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 2.3% fail on Tread depth (49% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.020% fail on Size/type
  • 1.8% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (32% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.1% fail on Headlamp aim
    • 0.30% fail on Headlamps (41% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.050% fail on Headlamp (88% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0100% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 0.30% fail on Direction indicators
      • 0.30% fail on Flashing type
        • 0.24% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.060% fail on Individual direction indicators
    • 0.060% fail on Stop lamp (82% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.040% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.030% fail on Trailer electrical socket
      • 0.0100% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.030% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (79% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Rear fog lamp (79% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.030% fail on Rear fog lamp (79% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.030% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (86% better than other 2017 cars)
  • 1.3% fail on Visibility (66% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.56% fail on Washers (43% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.35% fail on Wipers (87% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.27% fail on View to rear (8 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.27% fail on Mirrors (8 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.100% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.100% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.0100% fail on Driver's view
  • 0.89% fail on Brakes (57% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.60% fail on Mechanical brake components (59% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.52% fail on Brake linings and pads (58% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.52% fail on Brake pads (58% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Brake discs and drums (62% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Brake discs (62% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Brake performance (56% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Service brake performance (51% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Rbt (53% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.13% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0100% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0100% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.050% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.040% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.030% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.020% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0100% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.020% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (84% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Rbt (sp) (83% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0100% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.0100% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.0100% fail on Rbt
          • 0.0100% fail on Parking brake performance
    • 0.040% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.040% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.040% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.020% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.020% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.030% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.0100% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.0100% fail on Pedal
    • 0.0100% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.0100% fail on Brake fluid
  • 0.65% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 0.65% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 0.43% fail on Compression ignition (100% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.42% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (160% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0100% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0100% fail on Particulate filter
        • 0.0100% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.22% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.13% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.080% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.0100% fail on Emissions not tested
  • 0.38% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (60% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.26% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (150% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.11% fail on Condition
    • 0.0100% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0100% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.29% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.29% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.24% fail on Suspension (73% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.070% fail on Springs (79% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.070% fail on Coil springs (79% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.070% fail on Coil spring (79% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.060% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.050% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.040% fail on Suspension arms (83% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Pins and bushes (76% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0100% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.020% fail on Anti-roll bars (85% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0100% fail on Linkage
      • 0.0100% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
  • 0.19% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.13% fail on Attachment
    • 0.060% fail on Condition
  • 0.17% fail on Body, chassis, structure (45% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.100% fail on Transmission
      • 0.090% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.090% fail on Joints
      • 0.0100% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.0100% fail on Joints
    • 0.030% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.030% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.020% fail on Seats
      • 0.0100% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.0100% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.020% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0100% fail on Bumpers
  • 0.080% fail on Steering
    • 0.040% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.040% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.020% fail on Steering linkage components (80% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Track rod end
    • 0.0100% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0100% fail on Pipes and hoses
    • 0.0100% fail on Electronic power steering
Read the Honest John Review

  • 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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