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VK12 XSH

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,151 mi
Last recorded121,151 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 XSH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2026 121,151 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 114,189 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 109,074 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 103,550 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 92,825 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 76,873 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 70,370 miles

engine covers and undertrays

Pass 21 Mar 2019 67,798 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 63,160 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 57,920 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 51,763 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2015 38,106 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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VK12 XSH is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK12 XSH, 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 VK12 XSH?

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What year was VK12 XSH registered?

VK12 XSH is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is VK12 XSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 XSH shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK12 XSH have outstanding finance?

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