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A8 XNP

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

52,088 mi
Last recorded52,088 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XNP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 52,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 50,871 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 49,492 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 47,932 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 46,517 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 45,205 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 44,103 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 44,099 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 42,444 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 40,685 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 38,793 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 37,018 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 29,963 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 24,769 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside 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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A8 XNP is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 A8 XNP, 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.

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What year was A8 XNP registered?

A8 XNP is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is A8 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XNP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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