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AX12 DVB

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

148,318 mi
Last recorded148,318 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 DVB
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 148,318 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both dust covers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2025 133,500 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 120,305 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2023 111,080 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 102,955 miles

Central exhaust clamp corroded

engine cover/under covers fitted

Fail 11 Jan 2022 102,955 miles

Central exhaust clamp corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2021 151,283 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

engine cover/undercovers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2019 85,123 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 72,847 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 59,619 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 47,744 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 47,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (4.1.D.1a)

rear tyres 2/3mm

Pass 8 Jul 2015 36,047 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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AX12 DVB is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AX12 DVB, 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.

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What year was AX12 DVB registered?

AX12 DVB is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 14 July 2012.

Is AX12 DVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 DVB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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