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YY12 DRO

2012 Audi Tt

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

141,841 mi
Last recorded141,841 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi Tt54,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 DRO
MakeAudi
ModelTt
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 141,841 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 141,841 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 130,475 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 121,074 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 119,609 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 119,609 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 114,574 miles

Engine cover fitted, Under tray fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2021 109,839 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 104,524 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 97,602 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 91,497 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 91,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 77,984 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 7 Nov 2017 77,984 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jan 2017 71,604 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 58,152 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 41,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jan 2015 41,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi Tt?

Based on 2,336,395 MOT tests across 161,515 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
4,869
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
161,515
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,061
position lamp(s) not working 54,144
coil spring broken 21,869
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,796
Registration plate lamp not working 16,355
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YY12 DRO is a 2012 Audi Tt in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2012 Audi Tt models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 54,717 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 Tt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY12 DRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Tt typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Audi Tt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY12 DRO registered?

YY12 DRO is a 2012 Audi Tt, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is YY12 DRO safe to buy?

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