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SB12 EDF

2012 Audi A4

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,868 mi
Last recorded147,868 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 EDF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 147,868 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2026 147,868 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative rear auto headlamp adjuster broken (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 140,537 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 132,912 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 132,912 miles

Exhaust system insecure Front to rear exhaust clamp /seal loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 125,437 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 117,414 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 106,863 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 106,862 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MILL (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre SIDEWALL

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MILL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 101,101 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 101,057 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 92,441 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 80,229 miles

headlight washer jet out all the time

Pass 25 Jul 2017 71,409 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 60,011 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 44,981 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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SB12 EDF is a 2012 Audi A4 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SB12 EDF, 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 SB12 EDF registered?

SB12 EDF is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is SB12 EDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 EDF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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