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AM05 ARN

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,700 mi
Last recorded100,700 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM05 ARN
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 100,700 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 95,946 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 95,946 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative Both sides (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 93,823 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2024 93,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened on the inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2023 75,745 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2022 61,204 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 58,823 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 54,230 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 51,134 miles

rear discs and inner pads are starting to wear

Pass 20 Apr 2018 47,498 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 43,803 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 34,238 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 25,903 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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AM05 ARN is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol 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 AM05 ARN, 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 AM05 ARN registered?

AM05 ARN is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is AM05 ARN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM05 ARN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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