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VU12 KKW

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

160,332 mi
Last recorded160,332 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 KKW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 160,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated with strut bushing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Mar 2025 156,044 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted Brake Hose Bracket Slightly Bent (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 153,780 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 149,918 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 144,706 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 137,016 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 132,580 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 128,541 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 128,541 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 116,525 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 102,624 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 92,651 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 65,326 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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VU12 KKW is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU12 KKW, 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 VU12 KKW registered?

VU12 KKW is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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The MOT history for VU12 KKW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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