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T3 VDL

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

172,852 mi
Last recorded172,852 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT3 VDL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 172,852 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 167,510 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 162,567 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 157,745 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 151,324 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 151,321 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 142,355 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 131,769 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2019 127,023 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 117,580 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 110,721 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 102,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 92,239 miles

Engine cover fitted

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Undertrays fitted

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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T3 VDL is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 T3 VDL, 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 T3 VDL registered?

T3 VDL is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is T3 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T3 VDL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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