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ML12 JFJ

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

222,027 mi
Last recorded222,027 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 JFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 222,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear Exhaust Resting on Bumper

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 209,302 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 202,977 miles

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Fail 2 Mar 2022 202,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 12 Feb 2021 194,268 miles

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

Zero Emitter, No Smoke Readings available

Fail 12 Feb 2021 194,268 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Zero Emitter, No Smoke Readings available

Pass 21 Aug 2019 176,628 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 163,014 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 163,014 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 142,949 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 101,719 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 92,499 miles

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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ML12 JFJ is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ML12 JFJ, 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 ML12 JFJ registered?

ML12 JFJ is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is ML12 JFJ safe to buy?

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