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AO12 XZN

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,868 mi
Last recorded78,868 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 XZN
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 78,868 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT - smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

chip to windscreen

exhaust rear silencer outer skin is deteriorating

Pass 12 Nov 2024 65,565 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 62,951 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 66,581 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 66,581 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 57,585 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 54,835 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 51,387 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 46,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front washers low pressure

Pass 30 Oct 2017 37,337 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 26,096 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 18,921 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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AO12 XZN is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AO12 XZN, 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 XZN?

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What year was AO12 XZN registered?

AO12 XZN is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is AO12 XZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 XZN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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