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BF12 SVT

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,282 mi
Last recorded89,282 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 SVT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 89,282 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 82,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slight bulge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 75,312 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 68,771 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 63,399 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 57,593 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 51,431 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 45,044 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 37,856 miles

Nearside Front tyre has side wall damage

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 30,607 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 30,607 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2015 30,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 May 2015 30,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BF12 SVT 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 BF12 SVT, 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 BF12 SVT registered?

BF12 SVT is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is BF12 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 SVT 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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