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AU62 OPD

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

197,707 mi
Last recorded197,707 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 OPD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 197,707 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 176,304 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 161,241 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2023 152,577 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 150,093 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 146,756 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 144,784 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 134,332 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 123,466 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 111,179 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2016 99,158 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 74,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AU62 OPD is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU62 OPD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU62 OPD registered?

AU62 OPD is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is AU62 OPD safe to buy?

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