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Audi A6

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,698 cc

K40 MBKMOT history

K40 MBK is a silver diesel Audi A6 first used on 18 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 212,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

K40 MBK silver Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
212,455 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 MBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 MBK was last recorded at 212,455 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,430 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
11,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,455 miles
  • 2025 – 212,125 miles
  • 2024 – 195,724 miles
  • 2023 – 185,760 miles
  • 2021 – 176,897 miles
  • 2020 – 169,052 miles
  • 2019 – 149,541 miles
  • 2017 – 139,337 miles
  • 2016 – 114,273 miles
  • 2015 – 92,914 miles
  • 2014 – 67,503 miles
  • 2013 – 61,200 miles
  • 2012 – 52,783 miles
  • 2011 – 45,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,455 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,455 miles (+25)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    212,455 miles
    Test number
    458484924172
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail212,430 miles (+305)2 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,430 miles
    Test number
    372978596613
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass212,125 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    212,125 miles
    Test number
    670139108492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail212,124 miles (+16,400)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,124 miles
    Test number
    188777848721
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReversing light stuck on

  5. Pass195,724 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    195,724 miles
    Test number
    206733980390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail195,724 miles (+9,964)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,724 miles
    Test number
    686926668944
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass185,760 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    185,760 miles
    Test number
    838299745935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail185,760 miles (+8,863)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,760 miles
    Test number
    287352102514
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass176,897 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    176,897 miles
    Test number
    138382642218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail176,844 miles (+7,792)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,844 miles
    Test number
    583774564816
    • MajorFuel system component leaking under floor pan (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass169,052 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,052 miles
    Test number
    763535774489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass166,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,596 miles
    Test number
    385728100004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail166,596 miles (+17,055)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,596 miles
    Test number
    482594264848
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass149,541 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    149,541 miles
    Test number
    698924588700
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Fail149,532 miles (+10,195)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,532 miles
    Test number
    767130355047
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  16. Pass139,337 miles (+25,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    139,337 miles
    Test number
    426502184433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass114,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,273 miles
    Test number
    280931552722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,272 miles (+21,358)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,272 miles
    Test number
    915709119769
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass92,914 miles (+25,411)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,914 miles
    Test number
    358497621122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass67,503 miles (+6,303)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,503 miles
    Test number
    395678764429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,200 miles (+8,417)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,200 miles
    Test number
    838852863281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,783 miles (+7,740)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,783 miles
    Test number
    577513962285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    888615161295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 MBK

Does K40 MBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 MBK is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 MBK?
The MOT on K40 MBK is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 MBK done?
K40 MBK was recorded at 212,455 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 11,284 miles a year.
Has K40 MBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 MBK has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 MBK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K40 MBK find?
K40 MBK passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 16 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper front, and 14 more.

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