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BF12 WYB

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,827 mi
Last recorded61,827 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 WYB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 61,827 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 56,340 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2025 56,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, 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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 53,472 miles

Front brake discs scored and corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 50,873 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing low central tread 255/40/20 104y Goodyear F1 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 48,156 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front brake discs rust pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension bushes starting to perish. No excess movement found (5.3.4 (a) (i))

NS and OS floor undertrays damaged but fully secured to vehicle

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Child seats fitted NSR and OSR

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear Number plate starting to de laminate (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension bushes starting to perish. No excess movement found (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyre treads perishing. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 45,811 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 44,344 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 41,914 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Mar 2018 38,341 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 36,013 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,225 miles

Nearside Front tyre has outer sidewall damage

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,558 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 20,558 miles

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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BF12 WYB is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 77,710 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 A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF12 WYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BF12 WYB registered?

BF12 WYB is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 13 March 2012.

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