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YJ12 VAP

2012 Audi Q7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

146,695 mi
Last recorded146,695 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi Q776,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ12 VAP
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 146,695 miles

All tyres have slight sidewall stretch

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 136,062 miles

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

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 7 Aug 2023 125,367 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 119,656 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 119,630 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 99,402 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 99,402 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged Not locking. (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 86,755 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 76,796 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2019 76,796 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 64,017 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 56,331 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 56,329 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 Aug 2016 46,178 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low 3mm

Pass 26 Jun 2015 41,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi Q7?

Based on 556,904 MOT tests across 56,360 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
7,889
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
56,360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,208
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,166
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,137
Registration plate lamp not working 1,958
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YJ12 VAP is a 2012 Audi Q7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 76,748 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 Q7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ12 VAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Q7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Audi Q7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ12 VAP registered?

YJ12 VAP is a 2012 Audi Q7, first registered on 3 July 2012.

Is YJ12 VAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ12 VAP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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