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EA62 XLU

2012 Audi A7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,208 mi
Last recorded130,208 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A781,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA62 XLU
MakeAudi
ModelA7
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 130,208 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2026 130,207 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2024 119,400 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 118,057 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 106,720 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 96,840 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 96,833 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 87,584 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

Nearside Front Inner side wall cracked

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

Side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer seals.

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

Pass 24 Apr 2019 76,655 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

low emission detected

Fail 24 Apr 2019 76,653 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

low emission detected

tyre size 265/35/20

Pass 13 Apr 2018 63,367 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2017 59,401 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 51,983 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Very slight weep (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 42,378 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A7?

Based on 171,917 MOT tests across 20,558 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
7,773
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
20,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,049
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 482
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 461
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EA62 XLU is a 2012 Audi A7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Audi A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 81,155 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 A7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA62 XLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EA62 XLU is a 2012 Audi A7, first registered on 26 October 2012.

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