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GJ12 VBN

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,510 mi
Last recorded168,510 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 VBN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2019 168,510 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2018 152,533 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 31 May 2017 148,369 miles

emissions to clean to register

Pass 6 Jun 2016 131,094 miles

bonet catch sticking

Pass 28 May 2015 116,809 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

emissions to clean to register

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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GJ12 VBN is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 77,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ12 VBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ12 VBN registered?

GJ12 VBN is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is GJ12 VBN safe to buy?

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