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CP61 FNW

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

158,428 mi
Last recorded158,428 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 FNW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 158,428 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 152,319 miles

N/S/F PUNCTURE

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 145,978 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources flickering (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 30 May 2022 138,151 miles

BOTH front tyres showing wear to inner and outer edges of tread

Fail 20 May 2022 137,962 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction MIL on constantly. (8.2.2.2 (g))

BOTH front tyres showing wear to inner and outer edges of tread

Pass 1 Jun 2021 127,872 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 123,205 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Just above legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 112,974 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 103,386 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 92,521 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 90,171 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 73,799 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 65,017 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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CP61 FNW is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CP61 FNW, 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 CP61 FNW registered?

CP61 FNW is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is CP61 FNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 FNW 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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