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DF12 DKO

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,744 mi
Last recorded105,744 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 DKO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 105,744 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Sep 2024 94,881 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 86,231 miles

both rear tyres uneven tread inner edges

rear pads and discs worn, more so nsr but not excessively

Fail 20 Sep 2023 86,231 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge metal cords showing 225 50 17 98v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn out (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres uneven tread inner edges

rear pads and discs worn, more so nsr but not excessively

Pass 13 Jul 2022 72,165 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 62,640 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 57,189 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 52,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

engine cover and under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.

Pass 5 Jun 2018 47,595 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both faded slightly (0.1 (b))

emissions not detected

Pass 7 Apr 2017 41,534 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2016 36,978 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 27,710 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DF12 DKO is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DF12 DKO, 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.

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What year was DF12 DKO registered?

DF12 DKO is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is DF12 DKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 DKO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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