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BG62 GAO

2012 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,238 mi
Last recorded145,238 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 GAO
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 145,238 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 128,613 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 128,613 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 114,436 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 102,442 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 102,442 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 85,786 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

rear back box outer skin deteriorated but not blowing

Pass 13 Jul 2021 74,981 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 71,499 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 66,925 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 64,421 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 56,055 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 42,788 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 29,628 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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BG62 GAO is a 2012 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BG62 GAO, 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

How do I check the history of BG62 GAO?

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What year was BG62 GAO registered?

BG62 GAO is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is BG62 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 GAO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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