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K31 CUT

2012 Audi A4

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,752 mi
Last recorded142,752 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK31 CUT
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 142,752 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and Offside. Further Inspection/Repair Strongly Advised ()

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 132,221 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 122,634 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 119,997 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front washers sufficient but defective

Nearside Rear levelling device arm repaired and appears secure and opperational

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2022 119,997 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative levelling device arm broken (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front 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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 113,527 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades rubbers splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 113,012 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure exhaust centre sleeve clamps corroded and insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades rubbers splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 104,826 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 98,554 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 98,554 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 90,878 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 82,362 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 74,286 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread (245/40/18

Fail 17 Oct 2016 74,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres getting low on tread (245/40/18

Pass 17 Oct 2015 64,953 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 64,592 miles

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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K31 CUT is a 2012 Audi A4 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K31 CUT, 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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K31 CUT is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 20 September 2012.

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