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EJ12 RCF

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,214 mi
Last recorded159,214 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 RCF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 159,214 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 151,112 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 146,761 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 140,852 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 134,863 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 120,207 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 99,748 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 85,130 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b stonechip under 40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip and crack low down (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 May 2018 85,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b stonechip under 40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip and crack low down (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 54,119 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 May 2016 38,116 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 38,116 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 23,106 miles

Both front wiper blades smearing

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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EJ12 RCF is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EJ12 RCF, 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 EJ12 RCF?

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What year was EJ12 RCF registered?

EJ12 RCF is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is EJ12 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ12 RCF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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