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C8 OWP

2012 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,549 mi
Last recorded108,549 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 OWP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 108,549 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in mud (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

sill covered and under trays fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2026 108,549 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in mud (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible covered in dirt unable to read (0.1 (b))

sill covered and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2025 99,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear tyre down to 3.5 mm

Pass 15 Jan 2024 91,032 miles

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

corrosion on fuel tank strap

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2022 83,368 miles

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))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 75,378 miles

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

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))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 68,889 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 59,431 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 49,378 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 36,396 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 26,354 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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C8 OWP is a 2012 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C8 OWP, 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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What year was C8 OWP registered?

C8 OWP is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is C8 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 OWP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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