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HJ62 VFD

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

163,077 mi
Last recorded163,077 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 163,077 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Feb 2025 148,603 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 148,484 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 133,062 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 132,951 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pads light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 114,414 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 98,698 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 97,426 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 92,813 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 92,787 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/45/19y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2018 79,775 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 62,194 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 39,770 miles

emissions too low to register - non revving engine

Pass 22 Sep 2015 24,635 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 VFD is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VFD, 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 VFD registered?

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

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