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AP12 HDV

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

190,707 mi
Last recorded190,707 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 HDV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 190,707 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 174,829 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 155,767 miles

coolant level low

Pass 17 Sep 2019 138,764 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 138,764 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 120,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Sep 2017 104,193 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 81,336 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 61,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AP12 HDV is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 76,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP12 HDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP12 HDV registered?

AP12 HDV is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is AP12 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 HDV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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