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SM12 LCU

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

238,341 mi
Last recorded238,341 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 LCU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 238,341 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 140,362 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 111,258 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 89,253 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 80,914 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 69,306 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 59,106 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 58,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 48,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 36,605 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 27,209 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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SM12 LCU is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 LCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM12 LCU registered?

SM12 LCU is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is SM12 LCU safe to buy?

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