CarVerify

Free Car Check

FY12 ZPT

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

227,113 mi
Last recorded227,113 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 ZPT
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 227,113 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 227,113 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 204,708 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 204,708 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 177,776 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 151,160 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Oct 2021 142,188 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2021 142,188 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 131,429 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 125,287 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 103,775 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 89,120 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 68,257 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 50,284 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
Full Audi A4 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FY12 ZPT is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FY12 ZPT, 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 ZPT?

You can check the full history of FY12 ZPT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FY12 ZPT registered?

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

Is FY12 ZPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 ZPT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY12 ZPT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FY12 ZPT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.