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DS61 HSE

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

235,644 mi
Last recorded235,644 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 HSE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 235,644 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 221,643 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 204,879 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 189,988 miles

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Pass 9 Jun 2022 178,008 miles

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Pass 29 Dec 2020 159,845 miles

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

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Jun 2019 141,193 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (e))

under body covers fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 128,058 miles

under trays fitted obscuring full inspection

Fail 19 Jun 2018 127,985 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 110,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some major components

Under covers fitted obscuring some major components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 90,401 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2015 77,213 miles

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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DS61 HSE is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey 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 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 DS61 HSE, 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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What year was DS61 HSE registered?

DS61 HSE is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 14 February 2012.

Is DS61 HSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 HSE 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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