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AK12 XLV

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,425 mi
Last recorded126,425 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 XLV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 126,425 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 107,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 97,079 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 19 Apr 2016 86,638 miles

engine cover & under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay & underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2016 86,638 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine cover & under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay & underside components

Pass 21 May 2015 72,118 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 72,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AK12 XLV is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK12 XLV, 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.

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What year was AK12 XLV registered?

AK12 XLV is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is AK12 XLV safe to buy?

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