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BV62 XZT

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,635 mi
Last recorded81,635 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 XZT
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 81,635 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 79,712 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 76,259 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 71,967 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges not primary tread pattern

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated gaiter damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake disc surfaces corroding

Pass 19 Nov 2021 66,615 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner brake disc surfaces corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre tread starting to wear uneven and has a slight flat spot

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil unable to see condition fully due to shock absorber dust cover (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding / unbonding from exhaust and rubbing chassis

Pass 9 Nov 2020 60,774 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 56,470 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2019 56,470 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 52,258 miles

Rear pads wearing thin

Fail 19 Nov 2018 52,258 miles

Rear pads wearing thin

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 48,624 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 25 Nov 2016 43,970 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 42,141 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inner edges.

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 34,271 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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BV62 XZT is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BV62 XZT, 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 BV62 XZT registered?

BV62 XZT is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 7 September 2012.

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