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SV12 VYX

2012 Audi A4

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

179,902 mi
Last recorded179,902 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 VYX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 179,902 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 179,892 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 156,454 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 127,465 miles

n/s door mirror class missing

Fail 15 Sep 2020 127,463 miles

Central Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

n/s door mirror class missing

Pass 20 Aug 2019 96,514 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 96,510 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 63,625 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 57,637 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 47,395 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 47,392 miles

Brake warning device not visible (or audible) to the driver (3.3.D.2a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 34,077 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 24,840 miles

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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SV12 VYX is a 2012 Audi A4 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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 SV12 VYX, 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.

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What year was SV12 VYX registered?

SV12 VYX is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 22 March 2012.

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