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JRP 499

2012 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,920 mi
Last recorded155,920 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRP 499
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 155,920 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 150,158 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 150,158 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 143,514 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil ns/os (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 135,257 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 126,275 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 119,945 miles

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

Offside Rear seatbelt is twisted but still functions

covers restricted view of vehicle

Fail 15 Mar 2021 21,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear seatbelt is twisted but still functions

covers restricted view of vehicle

Pass 18 Mar 2020 116,376 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Just starting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres worn on inner edges but not showing cords yet (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 116,376 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Just starting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres worn on inner edges but not showing cords yet (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 106,610 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre 3.5mm zero on inner edge no cords showing at time of test

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 97,006 miles

emissions not detected

Pass 6 Apr 2017 89,017 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 80,505 miles

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

characters fading in both registration plates

emissions not detected

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 69,027 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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JRP 499 is a 2012 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JRP 499, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JRP 499 registered?

JRP 499 is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is JRP 499 safe to buy?

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