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AX12 GGV

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

166,777 mi
Last recorded166,777 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 GGV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 166,777 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 155,311 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 143,874 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 133,313 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 114,737 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 102,842 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 76,906 miles

engine cover fitted

rear brake pads low

rear tyres worn on inner edges

under tray fitted

Fail 24 May 2016 76,904 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

engine cover fitted

rear brake pads low

rear tyres worn on inner edges

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2015 59,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AX12 GGV is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX12 GGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX12 GGV registered?

AX12 GGV is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is AX12 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 GGV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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