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BG12 XRS

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,334 mi
Last recorded145,334 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 XRS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 145,334 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 135,831 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 121,325 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2024 121,325 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 109,962 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 98,605 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 81,047 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 72,615 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 72,615 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 67,465 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 62,085 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 56,061 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 56,061 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 51,089 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2015 44,239 miles

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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BG12 XRS is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG12 XRS, 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 BG12 XRS registered?

BG12 XRS is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is BG12 XRS safe to buy?

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