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BL61 DWW

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

141,247 mi
Last recorded141,247 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 DWW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 141,247 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 136,096 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 136,093 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed dangerous (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 128,959 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 128,959 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 122,531 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 118,091 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 108,733 miles

slight damage to windscreen zone a and b

Pass 4 Feb 2015 80,043 miles

BRAKE PAD WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 78,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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BL61 DWW is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2012 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 77,710 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 A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL61 DWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BL61 DWW registered?

BL61 DWW is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is BL61 DWW safe to buy?

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