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AU12 RZK

2012 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

189,343 mi
Last recorded189,343 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 RZK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 189,343 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2022 183,182 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 177,591 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2021 177,589 miles

Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2020 173,424 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 166,955 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 154,142 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 132,511 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 119,643 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 105,348 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Feb 2015 105,348 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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AU12 RZK is a 2012 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AU12 RZK, 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 AU12 RZK registered?

AU12 RZK is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AU12 RZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 RZK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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