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TR10 SPS

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

167,638 mi
Last recorded167,638 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTR10 SPS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 167,638 miles

TPMS indicates low tyre pressure

low brake pad warning 'ON' - cables split into O/S/F Brake pad wear sensor

Fail 11 May 2023 167,584 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

TPMS indicates low tyre pressure

wiring split on O/S/F Brake pads wear sensor

Pass 31 May 2022 162,458 miles

brake pads warning appeared on a MFD, pad thickness okay

Fail 6 May 2022 162,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 154,849 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 147,204 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 121,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 121,802 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 99,168 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 98,752 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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TR10 SPS is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TR10 SPS, 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 TR10 SPS registered?

TR10 SPS is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is TR10 SPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for TR10 SPS shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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