Audi Rs6
From 1,409 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 28 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 28 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 16 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 15 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 14 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 11 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 10 |
| any fracture or welding defect on a wheel | 7 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 6 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 57.3% of Rs6 failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £96.
Audi Rs6 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 372 newly registered in the past year with 65 leaving, a net gain of 307. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 5,587 | 850 | +78 | -42 | +36 |
| 2025 Q2 | 5,577 | 824 | +76 | -12 | +64 |
| 2025 Q1 | 5,473 | 864 | +116 | -11 | +105 |
| 2024 Q4 | 5,387 | 845 | +102 | -0 | +104 |
| 2024 Q3 | 5,354 | 774 | +147 | -52 | +95 |
| 2024 Q2 | 5,297 | 736 | +117 | -0 | +159 |
| 2024 Q1 | 5,130 | 744 | +126 | -22 | +104 |
| 2023 Q4 | 5,030 | 740 | +162 | -69 | +93 |
11 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rs6 Tfsi V8 Quattro Auto | Petrol | 1,396 | 25% |
| Rs 6 V-Sprung Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 1,033 | 19% |
| Rs6 Performance Tfsi Quattro A | Petrol | 993 | 18% |
| Rs6 Prfm Crbnvor Tfsi Mhev Q A | Petrol | 589 | 11% |
| Rs6 Quattro Auto | Petrol | 525 | 9% |
| Rs 6 Crbn Blk Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 377 | 7% |
| Rs 6 | Petrol | 185 | 3% |
| Rs 6 Prfrmnce Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 164 | 3% |
| Rs 6 Tfsi Mhev Quattro Auto | Petrol | 126 | 2% |
| Rs6 Prfm Crbnblk Tfsi Mhev Q A | Petrol | 97 | 2% |
| Rs 6 Launch Ed Tfsi Mhev Qto A | Petrol | 82 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 91.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, any fracture or welding defect on a wheel |
| 2013 | 92.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2009 | 88.1% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a gas, air or fluid suspension system component damaged, modified or deteriorated in a way that its function is seriously affected |
| 2008 | 88.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
1 earlier years
| 2003 | 79% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Rs6s tested had between 77,533 and 107,942 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 96,610 median miles, the Rs6 has 0.011 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi Rs6 MOT pass rate?
The Audi Rs6 has a 89.5% MOT pass rate based on 1,409 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi Rs6?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi Rs6 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 28 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Audi Rs6s are on UK roads?
There are 5,587 Audi Rs6s currently licensed on UK roads, with 850 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi Rs6 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi Rs6 is 96,610 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 77,533 and 107,942 miles.
Buying a used Rs6?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.