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SV62 ZYY

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,772 mi
Last recorded147,772 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV62 ZYY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 147,772 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 138,416 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 126,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 126,176 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge less than 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge less than 3mm of tread remainig (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2023 110,115 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 110,115 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 98,635 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 85,782 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside slightly worn more (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2021 85,782 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside slightly worn more (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 76,117 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 63,930 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 45,896 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 29,032 miles

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 25,757 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 19,955 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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SV62 ZYY is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV62 ZYY, 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.

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What year was SV62 ZYY registered?

SV62 ZYY is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is SV62 ZYY safe to buy?

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