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GF12 HNT

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,610 mi
Last recorded135,610 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 HNT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 135,610 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2025 123,987 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 116,006 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 105,773 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 100,010 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 89,282 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 Aug 2020 72,386 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 67,446 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 61,529 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 56,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Worn on outer edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2016 49,306 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 41,619 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 36,515 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GF12 HNT 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 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 GF12 HNT, 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 GF12 HNT registered?

GF12 HNT is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is GF12 HNT safe to buy?

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