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V1 GVJ

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,066 mi
Last recorded114,066 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV1 GVJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 114,066 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside worn close to wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Mar 2025 114,066 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside worn close to wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 99,683 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and offside rear tyres worn close to wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2023 85,751 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 74,596 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (pads low) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 62,880 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 55,831 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear strong advisory. Tyres on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 47,221 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 37,254 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 29,906 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 24,291 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)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 19,677 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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V1 GVJ is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black 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 V1 GVJ, 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 V1 GVJ registered?

V1 GVJ is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is V1 GVJ safe to buy?

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