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OU12 XAS

2012 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

145,156 mi
Last recorded145,156 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 145,156 miles

Rear subframe corroded

lower covers fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2023 137,372 miles

Brake pad warning light illuminated in dash

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm outer joint play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

TPMS light on warning underinflated tyre

Upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2022 130,822 miles

Offside Front screemwasher weak

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2021 123,672 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing uneven.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing uneven.

Pass 30 Oct 2020 118,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 102,473 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 88,992 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 5 May 2017 76,821 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 58,633 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 58,633 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2015 40,824 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 XAS is a 2012 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 OU12 XAS, 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 XAS registered?

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

Is OU12 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU12 XAS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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