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BG12 FVZ

2012 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,039 mi
Last recorded151,039 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 FVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 151,039 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 143,153 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 143,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 135,359 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 126,303 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2023 126,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 119,002 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 112,471 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 108,370 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 93,814 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 82,356 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 74,770 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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BG12 FVZ is a 2012 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BG12 FVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG12 FVZ registered?

BG12 FVZ is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is BG12 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 FVZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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