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HG62 HYN

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,990 mi
Last recorded163,990 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 HYN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 163,990 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 141,599 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 114,791 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 114,779 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 104,374 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 93,878 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 91,538 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 85,778 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 80,159 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 70,951 miles

unable to test emissions

Fail 23 Oct 2018 70,950 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

unable to test emissions

Pass 20 Oct 2017 58,164 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 46,876 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 36,734 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre tread

small chips zones (A+B) of screen

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Fail 15 Oct 2015 36,734 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nail in nearside rear tyre tread

small chips zones (A+B) of screen

undertrays and engine covers fitted

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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HG62 HYN 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 HG62 HYN, 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 HG62 HYN registered?

HG62 HYN is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is HG62 HYN safe to buy?

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