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LS12 XLY

2012 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,544 mi
Last recorded123,544 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 XLY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 123,544 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 106,033 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 87,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/19 Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/19 Y (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 76,905 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 71,759 miles

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Pass 23 Nov 2018 64,532 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 64,532 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 58,503 miles

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keep check on tyre depths

Pass 29 Dec 2015 42,522 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2015 42,522 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 33,532 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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LS12 XLY is a 2012 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LS12 XLY, 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 LS12 XLY registered?

LS12 XLY is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LS12 XLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 XLY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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