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YS12 DDV

2012 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

213,443 mi
Last recorded213,443 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 DDV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 213,443 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 213,184 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 192,382 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 191,700 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 177,625 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 168,690 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 168,630 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2019 153,176 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 143,788 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 143,716 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 133,228 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 133,186 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 122,658 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 98,927 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 98,927 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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YS12 DDV is a 2012 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YS12 DDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YS12 DDV?

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What year was YS12 DDV registered?

YS12 DDV is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is YS12 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 DDV shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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