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OE12 KWU

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,200 mi
Last recorded101,200 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE12 KWU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 101,200 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 90,985 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 90,082 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 85,663 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 78,470 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 72,198 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 69,178 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 61,947 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 55,026 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 55,026 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 49,865 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 39,016 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 28,251 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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OE12 KWU is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 OE12 KWU, 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

How do I check the history of OE12 KWU?

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What year was OE12 KWU registered?

OE12 KWU is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is OE12 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE12 KWU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OE12 KWU have outstanding finance?

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