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YY62 FEX

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,843 mi
Last recorded143,843 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 FEX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 143,843 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 225,723 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 123,856 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 110,336 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2020 110,336 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 106,947 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Nov 2018 10,383 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 10,383 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 89,524 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Nov 2016 64,885 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 49,412 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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YY62 FEX 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 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YY62 FEX, 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.

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What year was YY62 FEX registered?

YY62 FEX is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is YY62 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY62 FEX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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