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AP12 KAU

2012 Audi A1

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,688 mi
Last recorded37,688 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 KAU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 37,688 miles

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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2026 37,688 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2025 31,601 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 26,754 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 21,122 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 15,827 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 15,651 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 15,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Dot 21/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 21/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 21/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 21/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 14,842 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 14,185 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 13,486 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,767 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 11,836 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 9,960 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 8,538 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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AP12 KAU is a 2012 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AP12 KAU, 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 AP12 KAU registered?

AP12 KAU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is AP12 KAU safe to buy?

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