2012 Audi Unclassified — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 458 MOT tests analysed for the 2012 Audi Unclassified, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 83.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (79.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.8% in the 120-150k group versus 12.5% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.4% | 34 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 7.4% | 34 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.3% | 29 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.4% | 20 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.8% | 13 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.2% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 25 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 24 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 13 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 9 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 9 |
| 6 | Wipers | 8 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 25.6% | 117 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.7% | 81 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.1% | 60 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.6% | 30 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.4% | 20 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.4% | 20 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 104 | 12.5% |
| 60-90k | 166 | 16.3% |
| 90-120k | 105 | 20.9% |
| 120-150k | 45 | 17.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 240 | 16.7% |
| Petrol | 218 | 15.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 59 | 13.6% |
| 2022 | 85 | 17.6% |
| 2023 | 89 | 15.7% |
| 2024 | 105 | 16.2% |
| 2025 | 120 | 16.7% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Unclassified
Before buying a 2012 Audi Unclassified, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (7.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2012 Audi Unclassifieds pass their MOT?
83.8% of the 458 2012 Audi Unclassified MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Audi Unclassified?
Tyres, recorded in 7.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (7.4%).
Does the 2012 Unclassified get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.5% in the 30-60k band to 17.8% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 458 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.