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AX12 BVF

2012 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,165 mi
Last recorded93,165 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 BVF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 93,165 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 90,990 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both Front (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 80,410 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 65,714 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside Rear & Offside Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 7 Feb 2023 65,359 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on inner sidewall - cords visible when the tyre is under load (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside Rear & Offside Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Feb 2022 61,658 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 54,322 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 49,933 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 45,256 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Fail 3 May 2017 45,255 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Pass 14 Apr 2016 40,725 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Shield/guard fitted to underside of vehicle

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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AX12 BVF is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol 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 AX12 BVF, 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

How do I check the history of AX12 BVF?

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What year was AX12 BVF registered?

AX12 BVF is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is AX12 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 BVF 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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