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DV12 XJN

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

233,901 mi
Last recorded233,901 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 XJN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 233,901 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 228,297 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 220,187 miles

Emissions too low to be detected

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 206,813 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 152,174 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2019 152,174 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 123,374 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 75,296 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on min (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 27 Jul 2015 22,952 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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DV12 XJN is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DV12 XJN, 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 DV12 XJN registered?

DV12 XJN is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is DV12 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 XJN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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