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DN62 SVX

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

157,242 mi
Last recorded157,242 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 SVX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 157,242 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 145,316 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 145,316 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 130,873 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 117,673 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 117,673 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2021 105,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower undertray holed but not likely to become detached

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall small cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear centre to rear exhaust clamp corroded but is secure

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 97,036 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 97,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 88,091 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 80,466 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 70,781 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 58,636 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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DN62 SVX 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 DN62 SVX, 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 DN62 SVX registered?

DN62 SVX is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is DN62 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 SVX 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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