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VO12 UYD

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

161,213 mi
Last recorded161,213 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO12 UYD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 161,213 miles

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

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

Parking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 161,212 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Parking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 147,335 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 134,300 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 125,602 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 118,556 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 109,252 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 107,592 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 102,818 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 93,089 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,545 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 78,041 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2016 71,211 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 55,708 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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VO12 UYD is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VO12 UYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VO12 UYD?

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What year was VO12 UYD registered?

VO12 UYD is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is VO12 UYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO12 UYD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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