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BT61 JLX

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,553 mi
Last recorded75,553 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 JLX
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 75,553 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2026 73,604 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 68,756 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 64,142 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 60,175 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 56,640 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 53,184 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 49,570 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 45,690 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 41,457 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cracking on rear tyres

Pass 16 Jan 2017 37,290 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 33,055 miles

Nearside Front Inner wearing

Offside Front Inner wearing

Pass 12 Jan 2015 30,529 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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BT61 JLX is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT61 JLX, 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 BT61 JLX?

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What year was BT61 JLX registered?

BT61 JLX is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is BT61 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT61 JLX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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