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OV12 OHT

2012 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,116 mi
Last recorded97,116 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 OHT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 97,116 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 94,277 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 91,185 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 86,299 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 81,147 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 81,074 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall.[deep cracks]. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 77,676 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 73,700 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm overall tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm thickness. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 69,036 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 61,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 58,815 miles

front and rear brake pads are below half worn

Fail 25 Jul 2016 58,815 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front and rear brake pads are below half worn

Pass 15 Jul 2015 52,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jul 2015 52,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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OV12 OHT is a 2012 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OV12 OHT, 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 OV12 OHT registered?

OV12 OHT is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is OV12 OHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 OHT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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