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OU12 WXV

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,217 mi
Last recorded157,217 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 WXV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 157,217 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 146,373 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 146,373 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 142,743 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 132,399 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 124,346 miles

Nearside Front brake pad warning wire broken

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm -2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 110,928 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 110,928 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 97,838 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 84,120 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 64,370 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 37,738 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 29,743 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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OU12 WXV 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 84.6%.

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 OU12 WXV, 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 OU12 WXV registered?

OU12 WXV is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is OU12 WXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU12 WXV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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