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BK12 MZD

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,173 mi
Last recorded102,173 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 MZD
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 102,173 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from rear view mirror ()

Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Fail 26 Feb 2026 102,170 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding Excessive heat to disc and pads (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from rear view mirror ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 95,861 miles

(Manufacture inner wheel arch cover fitted restricting inspection of components)

(Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Manufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Fail 21 Jan 2025 95,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Size: 225/55/r17 101W (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Size: 225/55/r17 101W (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Size: 225/55/r17 101W (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

(Manufacture inner wheel arch cover fitted restricting inspection of components)

(Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Manufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Pass 1 Sep 2023 85,736 miles

Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 225/55/17 103W (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 85,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. SPACE SAVER FITTED (5.2.3 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 225/55/17 103W (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 80,114 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 78,006 miles

NSR tyre is punctured (Not Repairable) !

Fail 11 Nov 2020 77,970 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre exhaust clamp has corroded through completely. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front washer jets are inop. (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower (Bent Arm) inner mounting bush is torn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower (Bent Arm) inner mounting bush is torn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

NSR tyre is punctured (Not Repairable) !

TPM light is ON!

Pass 5 Jun 2019 70,452 miles

Centre exhaust clamp is corroding.

Fail 4 Jun 2019 70,450 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator inner pad worn and cut sensor wire. (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake caliper anti rattle spring is missing completely. (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad warning light is ON dashboard.

Centre exhaust clamp is corroding.

Front wipers noisy in operation.

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

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

Pass 21 May 2018 61,778 miles

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

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))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 55,096 miles

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

washer bottle leaking

Fail 30 May 2017 55,096 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

washer bottle leaking

Pass 4 May 2016 48,348 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 4,168 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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BK12 MZD is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 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 A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK12 MZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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BK12 MZD is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 27 March 2012.

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