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VU12 XVN

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,409 mi
Last recorded124,409 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 XVN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2025 124,409 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 118,411 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 113,658 miles

rear shocks corroding

slight splits in all 4 front top arm inner bushs

Pass 26 Oct 2021 103,276 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 93,893 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 84,680 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 74,823 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 66,443 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 60,156 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 55,794 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 50,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

low flow emissions, no reading detected

n.s.f tyre outter side wall writing rubbed off

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 XVN is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU12 XVN, 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 XVN registered?

VU12 XVN is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is VU12 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 XVN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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