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FY12 ZPS

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,229 mi
Last recorded52,229 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 ZPS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 52,229 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside reverse light not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 mm worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2025 44,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Undertray Fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2025 44,507 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Most Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Undertray Fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2024 37,624 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.6mm Tread Depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm Tread Depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 31,892 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 29,801 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Sep 2021 26,014 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 23,638 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Aug 2019 22,971 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 22,186 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Sep 2017 21,557 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2016 20,602 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FY12 ZPS is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc 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 FY12 ZPS, 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

How do I check the history of FY12 ZPS?

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What year was FY12 ZPS registered?

FY12 ZPS is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is FY12 ZPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 ZPS 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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