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HG61 VLR

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

125,893 mi
Last recorded125,893 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 VLR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 125,893 miles

surface rust underside of vehicle

Fail 15 Jun 2026 125,893 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

surface rust underside of vehicle

Pass 19 Jun 2025 112,009 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 99,714 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 84,875 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 79,615 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 74,657 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Testable items obscured by under trays

Pass 5 Aug 2020 69,284 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 63,769 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber wear too edge (1.1.2 (c))

Engine bay covers obscuring some components

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Outer sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays obscuring power steering components, brake pipes & fuel lines

Pass 31 Aug 2018 57,068 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 48,801 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 40,814 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 40,814 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 33,331 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 23,059 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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HG61 VLR is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HG61 VLR, 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 HG61 VLR registered?

HG61 VLR is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is HG61 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 VLR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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