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LD62 WXC

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,178 mi
Last recorded127,178 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD62 WXC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 127,178 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 116,121 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 103,265 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 93,606 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 89,298 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 86,266 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 86,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front wipers are just clearing windscreen

Pass 3 Nov 2020 81,556 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm

front brake discs worn

front brake pads very low need attention

n/s/f tyre 3mm

Pass 12 Nov 2019 76,141 miles

both front tyre tread depths starting to get low,4mm. 255/45/19 100y

o/s headlamp has a poor beam image

Fail 7 Nov 2019 76,083 miles

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

both front tyre tread depths starting to get low,4mm. 255/45/19 100y

o/s headlamp has a poor beam image

Pass 19 Nov 2018 69,770 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 56,314 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 39,171 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 27,390 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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LD62 WXC is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LD62 WXC, 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 LD62 WXC registered?

LD62 WXC is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 11 October 2012.

Is LD62 WXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD62 WXC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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