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BN12 EJV

2012 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,424 mi
Last recorded68,424 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 EJV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 68,424 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 59,088 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2022 59,088 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 54,501 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 54,492 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 50,530 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 45,579 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 41,287 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,446 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Mar 2018 37,446 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,711 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 21,889 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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BN12 EJV is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 76,946 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 A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN12 EJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN12 EJV registered?

BN12 EJV is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is BN12 EJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 EJV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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