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AB02 MCM

2012 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,385 mi
Last recorded96,385 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB02 MCM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 96,385 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 91,410 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 86,388 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 81,527 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 72,744 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 64,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 58,860 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 58,604 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 51,746 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 51,746 miles

Brake performance not tested Tyre in dangerous condition (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 42,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/40/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/40/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 31,681 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 22,468 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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AB02 MCM is a 2012 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AB02 MCM, 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 AB02 MCM registered?

AB02 MCM is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is AB02 MCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB02 MCM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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