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PN12 UBX

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,354 mi
Last recorded164,354 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 UBX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 164,354 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 164,354 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 90,830 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 79,364 miles

Front windscreen has stone chip damaged zone A

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 68,754 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 62,300 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 60,438 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 48,506 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 37,923 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 31,982 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 31,981 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 24,379 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 15,608 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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PN12 UBX is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PN12 UBX, 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 PN12 UBX registered?

PN12 UBX is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is PN12 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN12 UBX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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