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SB62 HDO

2012 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,944 mi
Last recorded129,944 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 HDO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 129,944 miles

Near side rear off side rear suspension strut dust covers straps broken, covers still secure.

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 120,467 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 113,308 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 100,869 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 91,050 miles

Exhaust clamp corrosion.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Has lip. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Both rear tyres has deep cuts no cords exposed.

Under covers fitted.

Pass 1 Oct 2020 83,583 miles

front brake discs worn

small cuts in rear tyres

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Apr 2019 67,376 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 54,715 miles

door sill covers fitted.

engine bay covers fitted.

not enough metered smoke emitted to register on the diesel smoke meter.

vehicle under trays fitted.

Pass 27 Jan 2017 38,312 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 28,103 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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SB62 HDO is a 2012 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB62 HDO, 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 SB62 HDO registered?

SB62 HDO is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is SB62 HDO safe to buy?

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