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BK12 DWL

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,555 mi
Last recorded72,555 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 DWL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 72,555 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 61,084 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 61,080 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Rear levelling device arm broken. (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 58,423 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust clamps corroded (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted as standard

Fail 17 Jun 2024 58,421 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust clamps corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

undertrays fitted as standard

Pass 21 Jun 2023 55,457 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 52,062 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 50,515 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 50,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 49,003 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 47,312 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2018 44,201 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2018 44,197 miles

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2017 40,210 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2016 35,499 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 30,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BK12 DWL is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK12 DWL, 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 BK12 DWL registered?

BK12 DWL is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is BK12 DWL safe to buy?

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