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GXZ 122

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,417 mi
Last recorded86,417 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXZ 122
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 86,417 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 86,413 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 74,731 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 83,761 miles

Both front tyres have excessive inside edge wear

Fail 3 Jul 2024 83,761 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Both front tyres have excessive inside edge wear

TPMS indicates a fault

Pass 13 May 2024 63,838 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 81,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 49,993 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 79,371 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 79,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2022 35,558 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 73,969 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 19,900 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,891 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 68,371 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 61,858 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall - 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 53,526 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front o/s - n/s - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 44,161 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 38,916 miles

Front plate cracked

Pass 15 Jan 2016 29,471 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 23,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GXZ 122 is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GXZ 122, 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.

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What year was GXZ 122 registered?

GXZ 122 is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is GXZ 122 safe to buy?

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