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BN62 WSV

2012 Audi A1

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,651 mi
Last recorded80,651 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 WSV
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 80,651 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 75,089 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 75,088 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 23 Dec 2022 62,869 miles

bonnet pull handle faulty

exhaust outer skin corroded and split

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Fail 21 Dec 2022 62,869 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked and has condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

bonnet pull handle faulty

exhaust outer skin corroded and split

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Pass 2 Dec 2021 54,358 miles

Coolant leak coolant below minium ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged has condensation image is good (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn on edges

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and split

Fail 2 Dec 2021 54,358 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Coolant leak coolant below minium ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged has condensation image is good (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn on edges

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and split

Pass 20 Oct 2020 45,156 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 45,156 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 28,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 21,218 miles

coolant level low (topped up for test)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 21,218 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coolant level low (topped up for test)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 14,879 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 8,091 miles

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection !!!!

Pass 16 Sep 2015 6,960 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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BN62 WSV is a 2012 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BN62 WSV, 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.

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What year was BN62 WSV registered?

BN62 WSV is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is BN62 WSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 WSV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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