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OU12 XBD

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,696 mi
Last recorded114,696 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 XBD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 114,696 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 98,963 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 84,859 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 76,971 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Dec 2021 66,427 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 59,756 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 55,677 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 50,046 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 44,601 miles

Central exhaust joint clamp slightly corroded

Rear tyres have very slight tread distortion

plastic covers restricting view of some components in engine bay and under body

zero smoke emitted on diesel smoke test

Pass 16 Mar 2017 39,688 miles

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

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

covers under car and bonnet causing restricted view of some components

smoke test so clean unable to get reading from tail pipe

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,430 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished on tread

has under covers and engine covers restricted view of some components

smoke test so clean unable to get reading from tail pipe

Fail 22 Mar 2016 35,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

both rear tyres slightly perished on tread

has under covers and engine covers restricted view of some components

smoke test so clean unable to get reading from tail pipe

Pass 26 Mar 2015 31,989 miles

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

Test parking brake on slope due to having EPB and being 4WD

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 XBD is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black 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 OU12 XBD, 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 XBD registered?

OU12 XBD is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is OU12 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU12 XBD 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.

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