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AP12 DCU

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,694 mi
Last recorded104,694 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DCU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 104,694 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 97,507 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 90,229 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 83,790 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 75,011 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 65,975 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,422 miles

exhaust center sleeve corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2019 58,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

exhaust center sleeve corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2018 49,413 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 41,473 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 33,087 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 26,331 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AP12 DCU is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP12 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AP12 DCU?

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What year was AP12 DCU registered?

AP12 DCU is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is AP12 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 DCU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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