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D3 BJF

2012 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

176,255 mi
Last recorded176,255 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 BJF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 176,255 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 173,260 miles

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

No emissions readings

Pass 3 Jan 2024 162,268 miles

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

No emissions readings

Pass 3 Jan 2023 152,854 miles

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

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

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

No emissions readings

Pass 4 Jan 2022 137,924 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 127,506 miles

No emissions readings

Pass 2 Jan 2020 116,279 miles

No emissions readings

Pass 3 Jan 2019 100,980 miles

No emissions readings

Pass 28 Dec 2017 82,951 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All est. 50% worn (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre near inner edge of tread ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit esp. on edges (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All wearing (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 68,170 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 54,514 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 50,048 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 50,048 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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D3 BJF is a 2012 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D3 BJF, 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 D3 BJF registered?

D3 BJF is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is D3 BJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 BJF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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