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YC12 BWN

2012 Audi A6

White Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,942 mi
Last recorded126,942 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 BWN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 126,942 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2024 112,183 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 112,147 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 106,334 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 80,505 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 79,251 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 79,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 70,309 miles

Engine covers and Under-trays fitted as standard, obscuring some components

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm - Both, offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle was presented for inspection in wet conditions

Pass 28 Apr 2018 59,756 miles

Engine covers and Under-trays fitted as standard, obscuring some components

Pass 10 May 2017 52,572 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 44,583 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 35,599 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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YC12 BWN is a 2012 Audi A6 in White with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YC12 BWN, 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.

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YC12 BWN is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 11 May 2012.

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