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BF12 XDH

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,958 mi
Last recorded131,958 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 XDH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 131,958 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 126,789 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 121,457 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 114,978 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 100,812 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 87,459 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 74,715 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 74,664 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 65,400 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 49,000 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 15 Dec 2014 38,011 miles

emissions test done , no reading recorded .

Pass 19 Jun 2014 22,628 miles

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 XDH is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XDH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF12 XDH registered?

BF12 XDH is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is BF12 XDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 XDH shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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