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CA61 FJU

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

194,078 mi
Last recorded194,078 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA61 FJU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 194,078 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 187,458 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 162,759 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

zero emissions detected

Pass 16 Jul 2019 148,511 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and under trays fitted

zero emissions detected

Pass 11 Jul 2018 118,714 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

zero emissions detected

Pass 9 Jun 2017 85,159 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 85,159 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge feathering (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge feathering (4.1.E.1)

all discs rusting

Fail 5 Jun 2017 85,153 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge feathering (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge feathering (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge feathering (4.1.E.1)

all discs rusting

Pass 11 Jan 2016 62,646 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 62,646 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 37,031 miles

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

front brake discs wearing

Fail 19 Jan 2015 37,031 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

front brake discs wearing

Pass 12 Mar 2014 31,721 miles

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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CA61 FJU is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey 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 CA61 FJU, 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

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What year was CA61 FJU registered?

CA61 FJU is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is CA61 FJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA61 FJU 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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