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OU12 XAN

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

264,707 mi
Last recorded264,707 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 264,707 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 249,587 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 233,715 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 131,994 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 129,349 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 116,081 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 116,081 miles

Registration plate incorrect front and rear (0.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 102,331 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2018 86,403 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2017 67,017 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2016 52,892 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2015 38,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2015 38,997 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some 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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OU12 XAN 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 XAN, 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 XAN registered?

OU12 XAN is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is OU12 XAN safe to buy?

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