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KU62 EFT

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,501 mi
Last recorded159,501 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 EFT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 159,501 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 151,609 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 147,238 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 147,235 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2022 140,850 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 129,255 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 126,896 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 119,590 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 105,307 miles

centre caps fitted to road wheels

emissions limited, not allowing a reading

engine cover/ under trays fitted not allowing view of testable items

Pass 7 Oct 2017 82,876 miles

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

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

brake pad warning light on

centre caps fitted to road wheels

emissions limited, not allowing a reading

engine covers / under tray fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2017 82,876 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

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

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

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

brake pad warning light on

centre caps fitted to road wheels

emissions limited, not allowing a reading

engine covers / under tray fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2016 63,585 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 46,645 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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KU62 EFT is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KU62 EFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU62 EFT registered?

KU62 EFT is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is KU62 EFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 EFT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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