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BF62 VAO

2012 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

137,752 mi
Last recorded137,752 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 VAO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 137,752 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 12 Dec 2025 137,751 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 126,184 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 126,163 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 115,015 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper arms slightly cut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms slightly cut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 115,008 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper arms slightly cut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms slightly cut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 104,225 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2022 104,218 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 93,327 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2020 91,044 miles

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

centre exhaust clamp rusted

Pass 20 Jun 2019 84,445 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 77,759 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 69,723 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 60,883 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 54,177 miles

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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BF62 VAO is a 2012 Audi A4 in Blue 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 A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF62 VAO, 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.

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What year was BF62 VAO registered?

BF62 VAO is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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