2012 Audi TT 2.0L Diesel · KU12 ACY
2012 Audi TT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 141,695 miles. MOT expired on 04 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI TT
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KU12 ACY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2025
- 141,695 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KU12 ACY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Audi Tt (KU12 ACY) between February 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
KU12 ACY Mileage History
- 03/02/2023120,699 mi
- 02/02/2024130,186 mi+9,487 mi
- 02/02/2024130,186 mi
- 13/02/2025140,812 mi+10,626 mi
- 05/11/2025141,695 mi+883 mi
Average of roughly 7,622 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and a thorough inspection before buying this 2012 Audi TT diesel. The clean recent MOT passes are reassuring, but a 2024 failure for tyre and suspension corrosion issues shows it has been lightly neglected in the past.
Given the 2024 MOT failure for nearside and offside rear tyres below the 1.6mm legal limit and corroded rear suspension arms, confirm with the seller that all four tyres were replaced and the suspension arms treated or monitored. The 2024 and 2023 tests also noted front and rear tyres worn close to the limit, so budget for tyres as a recurring cost on a high-mileage car. Request the full service history to verify timing belt, diesel injector, and DPF maintenance, as no model aggregate data is available to indicate typical intervals.
As a 1968cc diesel, this TT will offer reasonable fuel economy for a sporty coupe, though exact figures are not provided in the data. Road tax and insurance group are not stated, but as a 2012 performance diesel expect a mid-to-high insurance group and standard diesel tax rates for the period. With 141,695 miles on the clock and a history of tyre and suspension wear, typical annual maintenance including tyres, brakes, and corrosion checks should be anticipated.
Inspect the rear suspension arms closely for corrosion, as the 2024 MOT recorded all four arms corroded but not seriously weakened — this may progress and require replacement. Check all tyre tread depths and edges, since the MOT history shows repeated advisories for edge wear on front and rear tyres from 2023 through 2024, including a failure for below-limit rear tyres. Verify the odometer against the MOT mileage progression (120,699 in 2023, 130,186 in 2024, 140,812 in 2025, 141,695 in 2025) to ensure consistent and genuine recording.
This black 2012 Audi TT 2.0 TDI (registration KU12ACY) has covered 141,695 miles as of its November 2025 MOT, which is high for a 14-year-old coupe but reflected in a clean recent test history. The 2024 MOT included a failure for worn and illegal rear tyres plus corroded rear suspension arms, though it passed the same day after rectification. With no aggregate model reliability data available, the assessment rests on the individual MOT record, which shows wear items rather than structural or mechanical failure.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Audi TT, so this assessment is based solely on the individual vehicle's test history.
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