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CA12 HTD

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,648 mi
Last recorded104,648 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA12 HTD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 104,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 94,503 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 94,503 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 81,686 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 81,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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 24 Feb 2021 67,384 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

small chip in windscreen

Pass 21 Feb 2020 61,151 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Feb 2019 55,165 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 50,926 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2018 50,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2017 42,479 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 38,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 29,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CA12 HTD is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CA12 HTD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CA12 HTD?

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What year was CA12 HTD registered?

CA12 HTD is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is CA12 HTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA12 HTD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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