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A21 SKP

2012 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,637 mi
Last recorded63,637 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 SKP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 63,637 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 57,028 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 50,364 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 50,116 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 50,116 miles

Front Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 47,690 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 45,534 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 41,775 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 34,164 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 29,108 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 24,198 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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A21 SKP is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 76,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 SKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 SKP?

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What year was A21 SKP registered?

A21 SKP is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is A21 SKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 SKP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A21 SKP have outstanding finance?

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