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AO12 XZP

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

202,324 mi
Last recorded202,324 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 XZP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 202,324 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 193,540 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 187,628 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 187,628 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 180,627 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Oct 2021 173,534 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower C arm bushing perishing slightly. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Blade split on end. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower C arm bushing perishing slightly. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 159,630 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 140,632 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 140,632 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 120,058 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 101,133 miles

Nearside Front slight roughness felt in wheel bearing

Pass 13 Jun 2016 79,643 miles

Condensation in nearside mirror repeater lamp,working at time of test.

Pass 17 Jun 2015 60,572 miles

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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AO12 XZP is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AO12 XZP, 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.

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What year was AO12 XZP registered?

AO12 XZP is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is AO12 XZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 XZP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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