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AK62 BKA

2012 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,864 mi
Last recorded104,864 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 BKA
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 104,864 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 104,840 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 99,144 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 99,086 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Sleeve clamp corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 92,808 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 85,726 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 79,195 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 79,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 70,269 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 69,114 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 65,987 miles

Offside Front wiper has a slight smear

Pass 27 Feb 2018 63,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE VERY CLOSE ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear TYRE HAS A CUT ON OUTER SIDEWALL

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE VERY CLOSE ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 59,517 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 54,900 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 54,900 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AK62 BKA is a 2012 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK62 BKA, 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 AK62 BKA registered?

AK62 BKA is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is AK62 BKA safe to buy?

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