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AJ12 UWU

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,465 mi
Last recorded104,465 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 UWU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 104,465 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 104,465 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2025 102,100 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2025 102,100 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 90,582 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 90,582 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 79,105 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 71,905 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 57,940 miles

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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 49,755 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 38,950 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 34,575 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 29,575 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,587 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 18,910 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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AJ12 UWU is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol 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 AJ12 UWU, 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 AJ12 UWU registered?

AJ12 UWU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 28 June 2012.

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