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GU62 KZX

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,096 mi
Last recorded95,096 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 KZX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 95,096 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 95,096 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 85,091 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 70,413 miles

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 20 Mar 2023 56,103 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 56,103 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside washer jet not spraying

Pass 30 Mar 2022 53,013 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 48,832 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 48,831 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 45,892 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 40,484 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 35,940 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 34,030 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 29,983 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 25,751 miles

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

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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GU62 KZX is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU62 KZX, 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 GU62 KZX registered?

GU62 KZX is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is GU62 KZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 KZX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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