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VK12 AWC

2012 Audi A6

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,267 mi
Last recorded142,267 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 AWC
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 142,267 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 219,844 miles

both front suspension link arm bushes perished/worn

Fail 25 Feb 2025 219,844 miles

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

both front suspension link arm bushes perished/worn

Pass 13 Mar 2024 129,360 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (all upper, inner bushes ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 115,227 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 103,103 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 94,080 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 87,925 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 69,748 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 61,246 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 61,246 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 52,429 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 52,429 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 41,444 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 41,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front scrubbed

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 30,509 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VK12 AWC is a 2012 Audi A6 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VK12 AWC, 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 VK12 AWC registered?

VK12 AWC is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is VK12 AWC safe to buy?

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