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KW12 SSU

2012 Audi A4

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,689 mi
Last recorded71,689 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 SSU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 71,689 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Centre sleeve (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 67,427 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 67,427 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 62,313 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 57,888 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 51,994 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 46,359 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 43,656 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 38,556 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 33,366 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 27,974 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 27,818 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 21,538 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres have nails in them

wipers smearing

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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KW12 SSU is a 2012 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KW12 SSU, 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

How do I check the history of KW12 SSU?

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What year was KW12 SSU registered?

KW12 SSU is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is KW12 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 SSU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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