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OU12 XAR

2012 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,393 mi
Last recorded87,393 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 XAR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 87,393 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 80,088 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 76,657 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 73,358 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 64,687 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 45,529 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

Undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2017 45,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2016 31,768 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 20,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 XAR is a 2012 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XAR, 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 OU12 XAR registered?

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

Is OU12 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU12 XAR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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