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DS12 ZNN

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

154,772 mi
Last recorded154,772 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 ZNN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 154,772 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. Large lip. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe and Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 138,500 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 138,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 121,547 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 May 2024 121,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 105,453 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower ,Rear arm inner bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2023 105,066 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Incompatible light source - both (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Dip beam has incompatible light source (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn on inner edge, distorted & cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Dip beam has incompatible light source (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower ,Rear arm inner bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and distorted (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2022 96,981 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 96,980 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 May 2021 83,195 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2020 71,605 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 63,757 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has a cut

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

Pass 9 May 2018 50,593 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 44,721 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 35,909 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 35,909 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

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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DS12 ZNN is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DS12 ZNN, 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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DS12 ZNN is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 28 June 2012.

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