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J12 DSD

2012 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,787 mi
Last recorded198,787 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 DSD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2026 198,787 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2025 184,117 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipe ends corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

off side front inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2024 166,721 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 150,778 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 134,393 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 119,745 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 106,277 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 101,415 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 93,391 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 84,320 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 74,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 65,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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J12 DSD is a 2012 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J12 DSD, 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 J12 DSD registered?

J12 DSD is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is J12 DSD safe to buy?

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