Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 561 vehicles, the 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT (2013)

561 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT

CarHunch analysed 561 real MOT records for the 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI is a serious reliability concern: only 44.5% pass their MOT first time, far below the UK average of 80%, and the diesel variant fares no better at 44.2%. There are no dangerous defects on record, which is a small mercy, but the failure rate is deeply troubling.

At just over 100,000 miles median mileage, these cars are actually in the ballpark for their age, yet still floundering through MOTs—this isn't a high-mileage excuse. The 0.22 average failures per vehicle suggests widespread mechanical issues rather than a few weak spots. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers the transmission, fuel system, and suspension, as this cohort is clearly struggling with core durability.

The 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

92.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.22

Over 3.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

102k

Middle half: 85k–120k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 561 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 561 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	557	92.8%	0.22

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,465 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 37.1%

543

Black 29%

425

White 17.4%

255

Silver 11.4%

167

Blue 4.4%

Red 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

101,573

typical

85,110

low mileage

120,107

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT vehicles fall between 85,110 and 120,107 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 85,110 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 85,110–120,107 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 162,144 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVT — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Audi A6 S Line TDI CVTs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 202 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

3.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.22

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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