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AUDI A62012 · 3.0L Diesel

SM12 ACV

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Considering this 2012 AUDI A6? It's a Diesel with a 2967cc engine showing 134,074 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Expired
Expires 20/07/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
2967cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test in July 2025 at 134,074 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a technical failure just two miles prior. This specific failure suggests a minor component issue, likely a blown bulb or a sensor, which was immediately rectified before the re-test, indicating an owner who is responsive to MOT-related requirements. The mileage accumulation pattern is remarkably consistent for a fourteen-year-old Audi, averaging approximately 9,577 miles per annum. Between July 2022 and July 2025, the vehicle covered 14,369 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 4,700 miles per year during that period. This regularity suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation which can lead to dry seals and brake corrosion, though the total mileage of over hundred hundred thousand miles places mechanical wear typical of a high-mileage drivetrain. While the MOT history shows no recurring advisories, a physical inspection must focus on high-wear components common to the A6 of this era. At 134,074 miles, the buyer should verify the condition of the control arm bushes and shock absorbers, as these often suffer fatigue at this interval. Given the lack of recorded structural issues, a thorough check for surface rust on the rear sills and subframe remains necessary to ensure the chassis integrity remains as sound as the digital record suggests.

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55
/ 100 · Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 5/16/2026, 1:04:31 AM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test in July 2025 at 134,074 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a technical failure just two miles prior. This specific failure suggests a minor component issue, likely a blown bulb or a sensor, which was immediately rectified before the re-test, indicating an owner who is responsive to MOT-related requirements. The mileage accumulation pattern is remarkably consistent for a fourteen-year-old Audi, averaging approximately 9,577 miles per annum. Between July 2022 and July 2025, the vehicle covered 14,369 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 4,700 miles per year during that period. This regularity suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation which can lead to dry seals and brake corrosion, though the total mileage of over hundred hundred thousand miles places mechanical wear typical of a high-mileage drivetrain. While the MOT history shows no recurring advisories, a physical inspection must focus on high-wear components common to the A6 of this era. At 134,074 miles, the buyer should verify the condition of the control arm bushes and shock absorbers, as these often suffer fatigue at this interval. Given the lack of recorded structural issues, a thorough check for surface rust on the rear sills and subframe remains necessary to ensure the chassis integrity remains as sound as the digital record suggests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2012 Audi A6 (SM12 ACV), we found 5 MOT results in the period of July 2022 to July 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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