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EF12 AHZ

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,880 mi
Last recorded135,880 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 AHZ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 135,880 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 125,898 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 125,785 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 117,981 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 117,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 109,689 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 101,731 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 101,725 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2020 91,572 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 5 Jun 2019 75,829 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 59,345 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 43,822 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2016 36,841 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2015 29,218 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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EF12 AHZ is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EF12 AHZ, 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 EF12 AHZ registered?

EF12 AHZ is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is EF12 AHZ safe to buy?

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