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YS12 UWU

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

274,183 mi
Last recorded274,183 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 UWU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 274,183 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 257,180 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 156,471 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 241,347 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 215,570 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 205,722 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 107,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 152,885 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 78,687 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 66,050 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 50,221 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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YS12 UWU is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black 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 A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 77,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YS12 UWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YS12 UWU?

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What year was YS12 UWU registered?

YS12 UWU is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is YS12 UWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 UWU 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.

Does YS12 UWU have outstanding finance?

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