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DK12 SDO

2012 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,436 mi
Last recorded78,436 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 SDO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 78,436 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 67,503 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 60,135 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 57,150 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 53,754 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 51,248 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 51,246 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 49,151 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 44,759 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 41,339 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 36,454 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 32,150 miles

engine covers and under trays fit

Pass 24 Mar 2015 29,045 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 28,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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DK12 SDO is a 2012 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DK12 SDO, 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

How do I check the history of DK12 SDO?

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What year was DK12 SDO registered?

DK12 SDO is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DK12 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 SDO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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