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BL61 SXY

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,499 mi
Last recorded99,499 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 SXY
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 99,499 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 99,499 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 95,409 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 95,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2023 90,105 miles

rear discs worn

Pass 19 Aug 2022 84,036 miles

front discs worn

Fail 19 Aug 2022 84,036 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 24 Aug 2021 78,144 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 72,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 67,511 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 62,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 57,936 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 57,935 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 53,457 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 46,254 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 36,972 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BL61 SXY is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL61 SXY, 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 BL61 SXY registered?

BL61 SXY is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 18 February 2012.

Is BL61 SXY safe to buy?

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