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FY12 VGV

2012 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,888 mi
Last recorded99,888 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 VGV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 99,888 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 96,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2025 96,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2024 92,101 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 87,690 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Sep 2023 87,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2022 77,844 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 70,677 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 62,834 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 53,563 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 45,159 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,120 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 35,498 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 31,071 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,974 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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FY12 VGV is a 2012 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FY12 VGV, 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 FY12 VGV registered?

FY12 VGV is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is FY12 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 VGV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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