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SP12 XYJ

2012 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,689 mi
Last recorded96,689 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 XYJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 96,689 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 78,667 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 74,967 miles

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

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

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

tps light on

Pass 28 Oct 2023 69,845 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2023 69,845 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 64,601 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 59,838 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 55,836 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 55,836 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 51,829 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 46,910 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 46,908 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust sleeve blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 43,311 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 40,551 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 37,437 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,097 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SP12 XYJ is a 2012 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP12 XYJ, 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 SP12 XYJ registered?

SP12 XYJ is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is SP12 XYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 XYJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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