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A6 UAY

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

181,690 mi
Last recorded181,690 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 UAY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 181,690 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 174,003 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 160,072 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 143,537 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 130,450 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 98,663 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 91,405 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 84,389 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 74,767 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 62,204 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 May 2015 62,204 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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A6 UAY is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 UAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A6 UAY registered?

A6 UAY is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is A6 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 UAY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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