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WG62 BVH

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,009 mi
Last recorded124,009 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG62 BVH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 124,009 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 104,345 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 92,105 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 3 Jun 2021 82,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 20 Jun 2020 69,434 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 64,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 59,311 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 59,311 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 48,365 miles

vehicle has undertrays fitted to underside obscruing some components.

Pass 18 Sep 2015 35,274 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

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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WG62 BVH is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WG62 BVH, 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 WG62 BVH registered?

WG62 BVH is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is WG62 BVH safe to buy?

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