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SRW 179

2012 Audi A6

Green Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

244,824 mi
Last recorded244,824 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRW 179
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 244,824 miles

brake pad warning light lit

Pass 2 Sep 2024 223,382 miles

Offside Rear service brake backplate insecure

Pass 6 Sep 2023 204,863 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 182,435 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components

Pass 6 Sep 2021 163,673 miles

Front washer jet aim poor but sufficient fluid being provided to clear screen

Nearside Rear shocker bump stop perishing

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear shocker bump stop perishing

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 148,462 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 130,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 109,260 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 88,345 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 67,108 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides just under 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides just over 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 41,672 miles

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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SRW 179 is a 2012 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SRW 179, 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 SRW 179 registered?

SRW 179 is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SRW 179 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRW 179 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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