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VU12 NVL

2012 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

221,507 mi
Last recorded221,507 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 NVL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 221,507 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 221,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 207,881 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay . Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))

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

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Pass 23 Jun 2023 191,075 miles

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Fail 22 Jun 2023 191,056 miles

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

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

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Pass 22 Jun 2022 172,678 miles

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Fail 21 Jun 2022 172,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Pass 23 Jun 2021 157,136 miles

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

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Pass 23 Jun 2020 141,662 miles

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Pass 9 Aug 2018 121,885 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 112,380 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 105,902 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 89,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 89,131 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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VU12 NVL is a 2012 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VU12 NVL, 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 VU12 NVL registered?

VU12 NVL is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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The MOT history for VU12 NVL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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