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FR12 XHD

2012 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

190,676 mi
Last recorded190,676 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 XHD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 190,676 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2021 189,620 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 184,101 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 173,501 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 156,639 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 156,639 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 151,403 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 145,024 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 145,024 miles

Rear Lower Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 109,096 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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FR12 XHD is a 2012 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FR12 XHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FR12 XHD registered?

FR12 XHD is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is FR12 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 XHD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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