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DK62 SMV

2012 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,400 mi
Last recorded127,400 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK62 SMV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 127,400 miles

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

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view n/s & o/s (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 127,337 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Manufacture Limit: 0.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view n/s & o/s (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 106,107 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 84,703 miles

no smoke

Pass 20 Aug 2015 68,260 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front 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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DK62 SMV is a 2012 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK62 SMV, 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

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What year was DK62 SMV registered?

DK62 SMV is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is DK62 SMV safe to buy?

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