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VK12 XCA

2012 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

113,734 mi
Last recorded113,734 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 XCA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 113,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring view

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads getting low osf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2026 113,709 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested coolant leak (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed coolant leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads getting low osf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 3 Jun 2025 106,441 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2025 106,440 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 May 2024 97,564 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heatshield insecure but not likely to become detached

Pass 31 May 2023 85,131 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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))

Fail 24 May 2023 84,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 13 May 2022 78,841 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 71,823 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 20 May 2020 64,856 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 May 2019 55,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 May 2018 43,953 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 43,953 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge also has a nail inner side wall 225/55/r17 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

both rear tyres on 2mm

Pass 1 Jun 2017 34,069 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 34,069 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 32,832 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

o/s mirror glass loose

Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs lipped with wear. (3.5.1g)

Smoke meter not registered due to low flow model, (no visible smoke).

Pass 27 Mar 2015 18,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhuast system low flow

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 XCA is a 2012 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XCA, 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 XCA registered?

VK12 XCA is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is VK12 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 XCA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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