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MJ62 PFX

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,984 mi
Last recorded95,984 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ62 PFX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 95,984 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front suspension top arms inner bushes starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 95,984 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front suspension top arms inner bushes starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 88,566 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 87,298 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 78,559 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 74,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

emission too clean unable to obtain any emission readings printout

under trays fitted under vehicle some components unable to see

Pass 25 Feb 2020 66,817 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 48,942 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 42,820 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 38,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 26,133 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 26,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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MJ62 PFX is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MJ62 PFX, 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 MJ62 PFX registered?

MJ62 PFX is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is MJ62 PFX safe to buy?

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