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BG62 UVY

2012 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,432 mi
Last recorded183,432 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 183,432 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 183,294 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 172,752 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2023 158,705 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 139,507 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 139,507 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2021 117,465 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front cv boot clip insecure

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 94,482 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 86,514 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2019 86,514 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 74,547 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 62,659 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 62,659 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 51,172 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 51,172 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 UVY is a 2012 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BG62 UVY, 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 BG62 UVY registered?

BG62 UVY is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is BG62 UVY safe to buy?

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