Audi RS6 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi RS6. Check any RS6 by registration number below.

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91.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.2%

vs Audi Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi RS6 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi RS6 has an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, which is 2.2 percentage points above the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the RS6 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi RS6 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your RS6 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Audi RS6, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Audi RS6 performs at MOT across different model years.

2017

Based on 38 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2016

Based on 52 vehicles

96.2%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.9%

2015

Based on 66 vehicles

98.5%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

2.1%

2014

Based on 495 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

10.2%

Mileage at 10yr

122k mi

2013

Based on 241 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

19.0%

Mileage at 10yr

117k mi

2010

Based on 53 vehicles

98.1%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.7%

2009

Based on 262 vehicles

89.7%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

5.1%

2008

Based on 535 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

7.6%

2004

Based on 155 vehicles

85.8%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

10.4%

2003

Based on 261 vehicles

84.3%Good

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

11.7%

0

Based on 726 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Mileage at 5yr

91k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi RS6

The most common reasons a Audi RS6 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.9%

Audi RS6 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

Audi A5 S Ln Blk Ed 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa

90.3% pass rate

Audi A6 Aroad Sport 55tfsi Mhev Q A

89.5% pass rate

Audi All Road Avant

82.6% pass rate

Audi Rs 4 Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro A

94.7% pass rate

Audi E-tron S Quattro

82.6% pass rate

Audi TT

69.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Audi RS6

Audi RS6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi RS6 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi RS6?

The average MOT pass rate for the Audi RS6 is 91.9% compared to the Audi average of 89.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Audi RS6?

The most common MOT failures on the Audi RS6 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Audi RS6 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, the Audi RS6 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Audi RS6?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Audi RS6?

Typical mileage for the Audi RS6: 122,239 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used RS6 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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