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OY62 NKP

2012 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

164,828 mi
Last recorded164,828 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY62 NKP
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 164,828 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe to manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Aug 2026 164,826 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe to manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2026 153,067 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 153,067 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 139,288 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 126,807 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 116,951 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2022 106,725 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN THIN ON INSIDE EDGE, CUT IN TREAD AND INSIDE WALL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED DUE TO UNDER INFLATION (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 96,336 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 96,336 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall damaged - (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2020 87,169 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WORN THIN ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 29 Jan 2019 73,360 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 65,195 miles

diesel smoke test carried out - clean no smoke metered

Fail 13 Jul 2018 65,195 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

diesel smoke test carried out - clean no smoke metered

Pass 6 Jul 2017 51,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN THIN UNEVENLY ON OUTER EDGE - STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,004 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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OY62 NKP is a 2012 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OY62 NKP, 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.

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What year was OY62 NKP registered?

OY62 NKP is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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