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SO12 WDS

2012 Audi A7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,135 mi
Last recorded115,135 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A781,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 WDS
MakeAudi
ModelA7
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 115,135 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2026 115,135 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2025 106,627 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 92,619 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 80,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, Plus Inner Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, Plus Inner Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 78,063 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 17 Mar 2022 72,800 miles

Manufacturers engine and underbody covers fitted restricting inspection of some components

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 65,838 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 60,407 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 55,493 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2018 51,090 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 41,372 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 41,372 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 32,307 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 25,527 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Audi A7?

Based on 171,917 MOT tests across 20,558 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
7,773
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
20,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,049
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 482
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 461
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SO12 WDS is a 2012 Audi A7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 81,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO12 WDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SO12 WDS registered?

SO12 WDS is a 2012 Audi A7, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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