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AO12 HNC

2012 Audi A1

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,320 mi
Last recorded120,320 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 HNC
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 120,320 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 116,552 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 107,489 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 107,489 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge worn to canvass (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge worn to canvass (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 98,674 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 89,485 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 80,003 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 62,531 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 29 May 2019 62,531 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 50,465 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 38,303 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,803 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 21,382 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AO12 HNC is a 2012 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AO12 HNC, 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

How do I check the history of AO12 HNC?

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What year was AO12 HNC registered?

AO12 HNC is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is AO12 HNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 HNC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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