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RV12 RRU

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,638 mi
Last recorded154,638 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 RRU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 154,638 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 139,090 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 118,544 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 100,421 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 83,393 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 74,426 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 73,018 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 73,018 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 63,120 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 54,328 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 46,063 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 46,038 miles

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

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 36,386 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 27,839 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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RV12 RRU is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RV12 RRU, 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

How do I check the history of RV12 RRU?

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What year was RV12 RRU registered?

RV12 RRU is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is RV12 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 RRU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV12 RRU have outstanding finance?

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