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FT12 HZS

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

255,246 mi
Last recorded255,246 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 HZS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 255,246 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Aug 2024 235,535 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 217,039 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated raer,both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Trays and covers obsecuring views

Fail 29 Jul 2023 217,039 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated raer,both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Trays and covers obsecuring views

Pass 1 Aug 2022 198,299 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2021 185,954 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 181,257 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 163,812 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 147,112 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 132,460 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 115,760 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 101,862 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2017 89,543 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 89,298 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 82,807 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 59,601 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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FT12 HZS is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FT12 HZS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT12 HZS registered?

FT12 HZS is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 18 May 2012.

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The MOT history for FT12 HZS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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