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KV62 VBX

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,970 mi
Last recorded117,970 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 VBX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 117,970 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 106,027 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 90,779 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 76,703 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 65,400 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,025 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 52,358 miles

Exhaust emissions too clean to record reading

Fail 7 Sep 2016 52,358 miles

Exhaust emissions too clean to record reading

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 45,081 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nail nearside rear tyre

Fail 4 Sep 2015 45,081 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

nail nearside rear tyre

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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KV62 VBX is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV62 VBX, 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 KV62 VBX registered?

KV62 VBX is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 22 September 2012.

Is KV62 VBX safe to buy?

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