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BN12 ZDH

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,678 mi
Last recorded163,678 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 ZDH
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 163,678 miles

knock detected o/s/f but unable to find any movement in joints / wheel bearing

o/s/f backing plate

Pass 31 May 2025 155,925 miles

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

Offside Front small stone chip on windscreen o/s lower (ZONE A)

Fail 31 May 2025 155,925 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front small stone chip on windscreen o/s lower (ZONE A)

Pass 29 May 2024 148,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, strongly recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, strongly recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 135,883 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 30 May 2022 124,766 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 117,350 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 117,350 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 105,011 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 97,348 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 97,346 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 89,098 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2017 77,339 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 65,850 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 54,353 miles

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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BN12 ZDH is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN12 ZDH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN12 ZDH registered?

BN12 ZDH is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BN12 ZDH safe to buy?

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