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BK12 SXM

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,701 mi
Last recorded29,701 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 SXM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 29,701 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 29,701 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 May 2025 27,905 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 26,360 miles

Front Upper Coolant leak

Pass 12 Jun 2023 25,315 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 24,073 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 22,969 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 22,051 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 19,404 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 16,991 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 13,908 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,393 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 8,957 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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BK12 SXM is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SXM, 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 SXM?

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What year was BK12 SXM registered?

BK12 SXM is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is BK12 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 SXM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK12 SXM have outstanding finance?

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