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SO12 VWP

2012 Audi Q7

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,243 mi
Last recorded117,243 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi Q776,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 VWP
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 117,243 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2025 117,192 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 109,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 101,321 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened score marks from metal contact (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened score marks from metal contact (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 92,655 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 82,917 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 72,370 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 70,851 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 64,567 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 55,407 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 45,578 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer ()

Fail 11 Nov 2017 45,578 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer ()

Pass 24 Nov 2016 34,661 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 34,660 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 25,882 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 19,527 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Q7?

Based on 556,904 MOT tests across 56,360 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
7,889
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
56,360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,208
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,166
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,137
Registration plate lamp not working 1,958
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SO12 VWP is a 2012 Audi Q7 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 76,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Q7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO12 VWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Q7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Audi Q7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO12 VWP registered?

SO12 VWP is a 2012 Audi Q7, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SO12 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 VWP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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