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AV12 HFA

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,322 mi
Last recorded82,322 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 HFA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 82,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 80,375 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2024 76,618 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 May 2024 76,618 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 May 2023 71,334 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 66,121 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 62,095 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 60,309 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 60,204 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 10 Apr 2019 55,637 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Advise both rears (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 49,667 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 41,243 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 33,446 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 33,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 26,077 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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AV12 HFA is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV12 HFA, 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 AV12 HFA registered?

AV12 HFA is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is AV12 HFA safe to buy?

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