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AV62 VLN

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,455 mi
Last recorded85,455 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 VLN
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 85,455 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 78,187 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 70,229 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 64,694 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 60,730 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 58,398 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 51,485 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 May 2018 43,670 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 37,960 miles

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

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

child seat fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,828 miles

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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AV62 VLN is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV62 VLN, 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

How do I check the history of AV62 VLN?

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What year was AV62 VLN registered?

AV62 VLN is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 7 November 2012.

Is AV62 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 VLN shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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