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TA61 HER

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,800 mi
Last recorded99,800 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTA61 HER
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 99,800 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2025 99,752 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 93,356 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 87,775 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 83,247 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 77,071 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 71,444 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 64,341 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 59,412 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 51,299 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2016 43,215 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 326,047 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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TA61 HER is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TA61 HER, 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

How do I check the history of TA61 HER?

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What year was TA61 HER registered?

TA61 HER is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is TA61 HER safe to buy?

The MOT history for TA61 HER shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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