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AV12 LYU

2012 Audi A6

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

117,783 mi
Last recorded117,783 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 LYU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 117,783 miles

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

slight damage offside front roadwheel

Pass 11 Jun 2025 106,794 miles

Nearside Front slight damage to road wheel

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

Fail 4 Jun 2025 106,702 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front slight damage to road wheel

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 97,260 miles

Nearside Front 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))

slight damage nearside front outer wheel rim

Pass 2 Jun 2023 86,236 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 72,007 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 68,705 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 65,317 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 57,358 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 14 Sep 2018 50,800 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 50,011 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 42,827 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 33,673 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 25,491 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 LYU is a 2012 Audi A6 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LYU, 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 AV12 LYU registered?

AV12 LYU is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 LYU safe to buy?

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