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YB12 MKU

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,281 mi
Last recorded85,281 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 MKU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 85,281 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 84,201 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 82,971 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 82,971 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 81,917 miles

both front brake discs corroded

both rear brake discs corroded

offside front wing slightly damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2022 77,906 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 73,392 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 73,392 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 69,786 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 66,235 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 60,467 miles

rear brake pads worn 3mm

front brake pads worn 2mm

Fail 22 Jun 2018 60,466 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

front brake pads worn 2mm

rear brake pads worn 3mm

Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,652 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 29,016 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 22,981 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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YB12 MKU is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YB12 MKU, 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 YB12 MKU registered?

YB12 MKU is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is YB12 MKU safe to buy?

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