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LR12 CUV

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,947 mi
Last recorded131,947 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 CUV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 131,947 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 115,237 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 113,879 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 109,158 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 104,030 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 94,877 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 90,869 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 90,869 miles

Offside Front 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 has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2019 84,528 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 76,525 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 71,197 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 65,193 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 48,164 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

extensive undertrays obscuring testable items

oversills fitted unable to carry out full sill inspections

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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LR12 CUV is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 LR12 CUV, 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

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What year was LR12 CUV registered?

LR12 CUV is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is LR12 CUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 CUV 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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