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HJ62 VFC

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,488 mi
Last recorded112,488 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ62 VFC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 112,488 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 112,487 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 104,121 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 96,993 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 86,748 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 74,819 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 67,127 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 53,223 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 52,933 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 52,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad warning light on

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 50,531 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 40,727 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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HJ62 VFC 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 HJ62 VFC, 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 HJ62 VFC registered?

HJ62 VFC is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is HJ62 VFC safe to buy?

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