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CP61 OBN

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

224,435 mi
Last recorded224,435 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 OBN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 224,435 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 198,731 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2025 198,731 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2024 176,116 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2023 155,001 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2022 124,344 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 101,772 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 95,412 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 95,412 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 91,599 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 86,266 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 81,006 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inside

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine cover-under trays fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2017 81,006 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inside

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine cover-under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2016 75,334 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 69,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 50,729 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2015 50,729 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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CP61 OBN is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CP61 OBN, 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 CP61 OBN registered?

CP61 OBN is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is CP61 OBN safe to buy?

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