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AF62 HVJ

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,219 mi
Last recorded138,219 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 HVJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 138,219 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 125,980 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 122,038 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 100,537 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 100,532 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2022 81,395 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 76,775 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 74,295 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 55,516 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 27,069 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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AF62 HVJ 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 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 AF62 HVJ, 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 AF62 HVJ registered?

AF62 HVJ is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is AF62 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 HVJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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