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YR12 VFJ

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

292,804 mi
Last recorded292,804 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 VFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2024 292,804 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 172,304 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 160,281 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 147,956 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 138,825 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 122,495 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 106,151 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 90,019 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 72,438 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Brake pads wearing low

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Disc lipped

Pass 12 Mar 2015 55,911 miles

Emissions to clean to test

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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YR12 VFJ is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YR12 VFJ, 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 YR12 VFJ registered?

YR12 VFJ is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is YR12 VFJ safe to buy?

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