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MA62 XXH

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

188,177 mi
Last recorded188,177 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA62 XXH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 188,177 miles

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 24 Jun 2025 170,717 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 157,271 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 146,268 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 129,591 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 129,590 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

PAS slightly noisy

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 115,912 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 20 May 2020 106,602 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Apr 2019 87,855 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 74,584 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2018 74,584 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,752 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 6,454 miles

dual accelerator pedals fitted to vehicle

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2015 6,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring components

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2015 6,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring components

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring underside components

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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MA62 XXH is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MA62 XXH, 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

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What year was MA62 XXH registered?

MA62 XXH is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is MA62 XXH safe to buy?

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