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SB12 FXU

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,286 mi
Last recorded119,286 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 FXU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 119,286 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 119,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Coolant level below minimum

Pass 15 Sep 2020 107,774 miles

wheel bearing getting noisy

Fail 15 Sep 2020 107,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

wheel bearing getting noisy

Pass 20 May 2019 98,108 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 May 2018 87,669 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 73,209 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 61,654 miles

Rear brake disc lipped & worn

Front brake disc lipped & worn

Plastic outer sill covers fitted.

Emissions too low to register

Engine & under trays fitted

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

Pass 18 May 2015 45,187 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 FXU is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FXU, 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 FXU registered?

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

Is SB12 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 FXU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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