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BD12 ZNJ

2012 Audi A1

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,187 mi
Last recorded60,187 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 ZNJ
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 60,187 miles

Exhaust corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 60,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 54,465 miles

Exhaust system is slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 47,763 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2023 47,763 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2022 44,222 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 42,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,696 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 35,388 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 27,488 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 20,157 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 16,428 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f screen washer jets not aligned, however, provides sufficient fluid to clear screen

Pass 29 May 2015 11,575 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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BD12 ZNJ is a 2012 Audi A1 in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BD12 ZNJ, 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

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What year was BD12 ZNJ registered?

BD12 ZNJ is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is BD12 ZNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 ZNJ 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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