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BK12 DWM

2012 Audi A1

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,751 mi
Last recorded142,751 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 DWM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 142,751 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 132,113 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 128,080 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 120,443 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust tail box corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2022 115,032 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 109,768 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 97,234 miles

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear exhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

both front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 28 Jul 2020 97,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on the shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Aug 2019 84,899 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 68,505 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 68,505 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 56,601 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 43,951 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 31,091 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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BK12 DWM is a 2012 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol 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 BK12 DWM, 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 BK12 DWM?

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What year was BK12 DWM registered?

BK12 DWM is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is BK12 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 DWM 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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