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AP12 GWO

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

185,939 mi
Last recorded185,939 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 GWO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 185,939 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 170,734 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 161,090 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2022 147,166 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 147,126 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 131,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

TPMS light on dash

Pass 10 Aug 2020 115,091 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

TPMS light on dash

Pass 13 Aug 2019 96,312 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 74,299 miles

0 emissions recorded low RPM

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 74,299 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Dark green letters and number (0.1 (d))

0 emissions recorded low RPM

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 70,087 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 65,535 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 49,903 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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AP12 GWO is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 AP12 GWO, 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 AP12 GWO registered?

AP12 GWO is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is AP12 GWO safe to buy?

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