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BJ12 HNR

2012 Audi A1

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,099 mi
Last recorded84,099 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 HNR
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 84,099 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 80,496 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 74,831 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 74,831 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 64,183 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 54,420 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 50,645 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 44,780 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 44,778 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 42,398 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 41,072 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 39,942 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 38,001 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 29,331 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 29,331 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BJ12 HNR is a 2012 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BJ12 HNR, 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 BJ12 HNR?

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What year was BJ12 HNR registered?

BJ12 HNR is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is BJ12 HNR safe to buy?

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