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BD12 PKU

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

181,067 mi
Last recorded181,067 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 PKU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 181,067 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 177,330 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 172,756 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 164,602 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 154,130 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 142,243 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 131,545 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 108,259 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 95,071 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2017 95,071 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 81,452 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 63,072 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre,tread out of shape and damage to outer sidewall.no cords visible.

offside rear tyre,damage to outer sidewall.no cords visible.

Fail 17 Jul 2015 63,072 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre,tread out of shape and damage to outer sidewall.no cords visible.

offside rear tyre,damage to outer sidewall.no cords visible.

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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BD12 PKU is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BD12 PKU, 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 BD12 PKU registered?

BD12 PKU is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is BD12 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 PKU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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