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FT61 VXX

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 VXX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 156,088 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively borderline (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively borderline (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 139,109 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 123,290 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 8 Feb 2021 110,930 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 96,978 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front lower arm bushes split

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear level sensor heavily corroded

Offside Front lower arm bushes split

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 82,095 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 67,623 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 52,123 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 42,183 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2015 31,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FT61 VXX is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FT61 VXX, 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 FT61 VXX registered?

FT61 VXX is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is FT61 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 VXX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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