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CSZ 1401

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,000 mi
Last recorded89,000 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSZ 1401
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 89,000 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 88,375 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides / strong advisory to be check'd (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracked+ outer sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 84,190 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension arm bush perished but not resulting in excessive movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 84,159 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge and cracking/perishing throughout (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge and cracking/perishing throughout (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 84,117 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 83,367 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 82,155 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 72,620 miles

rear brake discs heavily worn but pads ok approx 4-5mm

Pass 19 Mar 2016 55,236 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2015 38,914 miles

o/s/r exhaust rubber mount not fitted -- exhaust loose but not insecure

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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CSZ 1401 is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CSZ 1401, 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 CSZ 1401?

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What year was CSZ 1401 registered?

CSZ 1401 is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is CSZ 1401 safe to buy?

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