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NC12 XAW

2012 Audi Q7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,101 mi
Last recorded133,101 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi Q776,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC12 XAW
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 133,101 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 133,101 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 130,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads starting to get low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 125,477 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 125,426 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 119,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 112,879 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 112,879 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 106,680 miles

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 5 Feb 2020 98,059 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 1 Feb 2019 83,397 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 83,316 miles

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

n/s/r lower light lens damaged

Pass 20 Feb 2018 71,771 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 58,951 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 44,533 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 34,390 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi Q7?

Based on 556,904 MOT tests across 56,360 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
7,889
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
56,360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,208
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,166
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,137
Registration plate lamp not working 1,958
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NC12 XAW is a 2012 Audi Q7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 76,748 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 Q7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NC12 XAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Q7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Audi Q7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NC12 XAW registered?

NC12 XAW is a 2012 Audi Q7, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is NC12 XAW safe to buy?

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