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SP12 OBC

2012 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,454 mi
Last recorded94,454 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 OBC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 94,454 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2026 94,454 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 86,336 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 80,375 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 75,292 miles

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

covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2022 68,533 miles

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

covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2021 62,177 miles

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

engine cover/undertray

Pass 14 Aug 2020 59,241 miles

engine cover/undertray

Pass 14 Aug 2019 56,461 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2018 49,215 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox tail shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2017 42,924 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 37,586 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve (7.1.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2015 33,168 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 27,119 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 27,119 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SP12 OBC is a 2012 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SP12 OBC, 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 SP12 OBC registered?

SP12 OBC is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SP12 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 OBC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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