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AJ61 DAV

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,111 mi
Last recorded103,111 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 DAV
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 103,111 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 103,111 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 100,341 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 100,341 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2023 96,240 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 92,827 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 87,573 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 81,964 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

cover's fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 May 2019 72,159 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 64,996 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 58,027 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 50,260 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 48,157 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 41,891 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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AJ61 DAV is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AJ61 DAV, 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.

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What year was AJ61 DAV registered?

AJ61 DAV is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is AJ61 DAV safe to buy?

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