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YR05 SPR

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

124,319 mi
Last recorded124,319 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 SPR
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 124,319 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn smooth inner edge also heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn smooth inner edge also heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in swept area drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2025 111,603 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2025 111,603 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2024 102,849 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 94,999 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 87,421 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 87,421 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 84,353 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 79,594 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 76,367 miles

Offside Front Jacking point missing.

Pass 4 Jan 2019 68,990 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 60,266 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 52,940 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 42,197 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 31,437 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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YR05 SPR is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YR05 SPR, 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 YR05 SPR registered?

YR05 SPR is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is YR05 SPR safe to buy?

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