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AD61 GEM

2012 Audi A1

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,981 mi
Last recorded142,981 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 GEM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 142,981 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 130,627 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 130,621 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 117,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and cracking in tread (no cord) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 106,032 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At backbox tailpipe join (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 106,024 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At backbox tailpipe join (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Feb 2022 94,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 83,514 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 11 Feb 2020 78,086 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 66,567 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 51,782 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 40,552 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 31,635 miles

Offside Rear Brake sticking slightly

Fail 17 Feb 2016 31,635 miles

Offside Rear Brake sticking slightly

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 27,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AD61 GEM is a 2012 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel 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 AD61 GEM, 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 AD61 GEM registered?

AD61 GEM is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is AD61 GEM safe to buy?

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