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SV12 ZXS

2012 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,672 mi
Last recorded133,672 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 ZXS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 133,672 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 128,444 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 128,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2023 122,935 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sound deadening material not fully secure heat sheld (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 115,338 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 106,980 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 96,335 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 78,955 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection of all components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn

Offside Rear Tyre worn

Pass 20 Apr 2018 66,121 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 64,313 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush leaking oil (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 50,782 miles

nearside front tyre tread getting close to wear bands and wearing unevenly

Fail 7 Apr 2016 50,782 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre tread getting close to wear bands and wearing unevenly

Pass 14 Apr 2015 49,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SV12 ZXS is a 2012 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SV12 ZXS, 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 SV12 ZXS registered?

SV12 ZXS is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is SV12 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV12 ZXS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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