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FT12 JNK

2012 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,292 mi
Last recorded183,292 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 JNK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 183,292 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 179,293 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 171,135 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 157,998 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2023 157,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BULB IN WRONG (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TREAD LOW ASWEL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 147,425 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 133,938 miles

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

chips in the windscreen

Pass 2 Jun 2020 126,614 miles

Exhaust sleeve rusted /loose

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

Pass 22 May 2019 108,143 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2019 108,143 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 92,763 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 92,763 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2017 76,483 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2017 76,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 61,166 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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)

Windscreen wipers starting to smear but still clearing screen adequately

Pass 22 May 2015 47,016 miles

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

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 JNK is a 2012 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FT12 JNK, 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 FT12 JNK registered?

FT12 JNK is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is FT12 JNK safe to buy?

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