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HG12 SXN

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,366 mi
Last recorded114,366 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 SXN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2026 114,366 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 106,039 miles

Nearside Front Lower front balljoint rubber slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower rear balljoint rubber twisted

Offside Front Lower front balljoint rubber slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Lower rear balljoint rubber slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Brake pad wear indicator wiring chaffed through

Pass 29 May 2024 103,977 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 101,845 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 101,831 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 93,762 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 86,374 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 78,435 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 64,193 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 45,448 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 37,976 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,425 miles

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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HG12 SXN is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG12 SXN, 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 HG12 SXN registered?

HG12 SXN is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 11 June 2012.

Is HG12 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 SXN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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