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AK12 PZJ

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,203 mi
Last recorded166,203 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 PZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 166,203 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 159,040 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 150,095 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 150,095 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 139,742 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 139,742 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 137,204 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 133,484 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

service light illuminated.

Pass 28 Feb 2020 130,751 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 128,155 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 125,069 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 122,033 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 98,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover fitted

engine light on

under tray fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2016 98,589 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover fitted

engine light on

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 72,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre presure light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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AK12 PZJ is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 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 A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 PZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 PZJ registered?

AK12 PZJ is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 26 April 2012.

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