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AY12 YGU

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,380 mi
Last recorded118,380 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY12 YGU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 118,380 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2025 115,677 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 115,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 110,333 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 102,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 95,066 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 84,942 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 78,996 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 74,306 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 64,653 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,466 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 46,842 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Nov 2015 37,859 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 29,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no print out for emissions was produced due to low emissions

Fail 26 Feb 2015 29,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no print out for emissions was produced due to low emissions

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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AY12 YGU is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey 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 AY12 YGU, 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 AY12 YGU registered?

AY12 YGU is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AY12 YGU safe to buy?

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