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AP12 BES

2014 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,533 mi
Last recorded45,533 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi A150,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 BES
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 45,533 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 45,465 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 43,038 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side indicator damaged but currently working.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 43,031 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Looks to be run flat, damage to inner and outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre cracking inner edge and exposing cord. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm. Also cracking inner edge but no cord exposed. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side indicator damaged but currently working.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm. Also cracking inner edge but no cord exposed. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 39,715 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 33,207 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 25,646 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some major components

Under covers fitted obscuring some major components

Pass 12 Aug 2020 18,290 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 16,448 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 13,444 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 13,444 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 11,158 miles

Under shields fitted obscuring certain test items

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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AP12 BES is a 2014 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 50,368 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 AP12 BES, 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 12 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP12 BES registered?

AP12 BES is a 2014 Audi A1, first registered on 4 October 2014.

Is AP12 BES safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 BES shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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