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BF12 ZNG

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,898 mi
Last recorded92,898 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 ZNG
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 92,898 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 88,077 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 88,070 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 86,696 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 86,696 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 84,714 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 82,959 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2022 82,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 78,487 miles

emissions undetected peak

Pass 10 Jan 2020 74,257 miles

No Acceleration Detected

Pass 11 Jan 2019 68,898 miles

emissions undetected peak

Pass 19 Jan 2018 64,018 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 64,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,838 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 43,999 miles

rear discs verry poor condition

Pass 13 Feb 2015 33,154 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BF12 ZNG is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 BF12 ZNG, 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 BF12 ZNG registered?

BF12 ZNG is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is BF12 ZNG safe to buy?

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