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A1 UCR

2012 Audi A1

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,222 mi
Last recorded123,222 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 UCR
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 123,222 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 123,219 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 119,016 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bottom arm rear bushes debonding. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 115,670 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2024 115,670 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2023 111,319 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 106,328 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 99,095 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 94,147 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 85,032 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 70,847 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 58,058 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 48,979 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Jul 2016 48,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Jul 2015 34,706 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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A1 UCR is a 2012 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 60,576 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 A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 UCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A1 UCR registered?

A1 UCR is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is A1 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 UCR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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