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AK12 KFX

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

179,635 mi
Last recorded179,635 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 KFX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 179,635 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 161,546 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 137,956 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 137,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2022 118,486 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 118,486 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 102,173 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 87,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 87,974 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 73,980 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 63,750 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 49,449 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 49,449 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2016 38,682 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 38,682 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 23,452 miles

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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AK12 KFX is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK12 KFX, 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 AK12 KFX registered?

AK12 KFX is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is AK12 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 KFX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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