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SG12 CEP

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

237,282 mi
Last recorded237,282 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 CEP
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 237,282 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 230,721 miles

n/s headlight aim on limit

n/s/f tyre close to limit

o/s/f tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 11 Jul 2024 213,982 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 193,568 miles

stone chip on windscreen

Fail 17 Jul 2023 193,564 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers split (3.4 (b) (ii))

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 29 Jun 2022 171,688 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 149,144 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 23 Jul 2020 134,364 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2020 134,364 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 114,145 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 91,035 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 70,443 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 50,361 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 50,322 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,056 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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SG12 CEP is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SG12 CEP, 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 SG12 CEP registered?

SG12 CEP is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SG12 CEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 CEP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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