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A8 VKB

2012 Audi A1

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,870 mi
Last recorded34,870 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VKB
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 34,870 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 32,479 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Acrylic plate fading (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 32,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Acrylic plate fading (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres starting to deteriorate

Pass 17 Jul 2023 29,667 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 26,191 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 23,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 21,753 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 19,636 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 17,164 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 14,907 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 11,772 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 9,234 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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A8 VKB is a 2012 Audi A1 in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A8 VKB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 VKB registered?

A8 VKB is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is A8 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VKB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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