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SD12 ZBW

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

223,207 mi
Last recorded223,207 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD12 ZBW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 223,207 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 208,902 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 200,645 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 184,566 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 162,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2017 137,405 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2017 137,405 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2016 116,713 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Smoke meter not registered due to low flow model, (no visible smoke).

both rear tyres getting low and losing shape.

Pass 16 Apr 2015 86,161 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 86,161 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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SD12 ZBW is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD12 ZBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD12 ZBW registered?

SD12 ZBW is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is SD12 ZBW safe to buy?

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