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BD12 XXU

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,609 mi
Last recorded135,609 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 XXU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 135,609 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 135,609 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 127,362 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 123,271 miles

Nearside Front wheel slightly damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 118,833 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2022 118,833 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 113,879 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 15 Jun 2021 113,879 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 9 Jul 2020 110,749 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 104,365 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 97,898 miles

Smoke meter did not register due to low flow model, (no visible smoke).

Fail 25 Apr 2018 97,894 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Centre clamp corroded through (7.1.1)

Smoke meter did not register due to low flow model, (no visible smoke).

Pass 5 May 2017 92,069 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 85,914 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 67,070 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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BD12 XXU is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BD12 XXU, 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 BD12 XXU registered?

BD12 XXU is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is BD12 XXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 XXU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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