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B9 NXA

2012 Audi A3

Red Petrol 2480cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,071 mi
Last recorded77,071 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 NXA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,480cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 77,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

fuel tank straps corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2026 77,071 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

fuel tank straps corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2025 72,015 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 71,139 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 70,878 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 69,299 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 67,213 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 62,917 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 62,585 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Aug 2017 58,683 miles

Rear Oil leak diff

Pass 24 Mar 2016 47,195 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 38,472 miles

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

rear brake discs slightly corroded

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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B9 NXA is a 2012 Audi A3 in Red with a 2,480cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B9 NXA, 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 B9 NXA registered?

B9 NXA is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is B9 NXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 NXA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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