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HG12 HFK

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

165,942 mi
Last recorded165,942 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 HFK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 165,942 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 155,830 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 155,830 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 146,062 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 146,061 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 132,376 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 110,478 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 103,720 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 84,736 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 69,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 60,545 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
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HG12 HFK is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HG12 HFK, 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.

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What year was HG12 HFK registered?

HG12 HFK is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is HG12 HFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 HFK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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