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AU62 ZSN

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

133,606 mi
Last recorded133,606 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 133,606 miles

nearside rear lamp lens slightly damaged

Fail 2 Nov 2022 133,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

nearside rear lamp lens slightly damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2021 117,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 117,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 101,731 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 94,425 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 94,384 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 86,045 miles

front discs and pads worn close to limit

Pass 22 Jun 2017 77,340 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 72,546 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 72,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 50,311 miles

center exhaust sleeve corroded

engine covers fitted obscuring items in the engine bay

service light on dash display

undertrays fitted obscuring items

Fail 18 Sep 2015 50,311 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

center exhaust sleeve corroded

engine covers fitted obscuring items in the engine bay

service light on dash display

undertrays fitted obscuring items

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 ZSN is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZSN, 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 ZSN registered?

AU62 ZSN is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is AU62 ZSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU62 ZSN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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