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BD62 JSU

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,032 mi
Last recorded128,032 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 JSU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2022 128,032 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 123,363 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

no acceleration detected on emissions test

Pass 12 Dec 2020 120,254 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 117,858 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2018 114,621 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 111,986 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 107,813 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 85,184 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 85,184 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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BD62 JSU is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD62 JSU, 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 BD62 JSU registered?

BD62 JSU is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 6 December 2012.

Is BD62 JSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD62 JSU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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