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AF12 NWL

2012 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,152 mi
Last recorded114,152 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 NWL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 114,152 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 113,521 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 112,431 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 110,797 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2022 110,797 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 108,608 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 106,342 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 105,851 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 105,851 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 90,603 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 75,753 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 63,384 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 49,797 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 23 Feb 2015 37,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AF12 NWL is a 2012 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF12 NWL, 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

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What year was AF12 NWL registered?

AF12 NWL is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is AF12 NWL safe to buy?

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