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BW12 BYN

2012 Audi A1

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,641 mi
Last recorded91,641 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 BYN
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 91,641 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 85,899 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 85,899 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 76,746 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 67,368 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear back box corroded. Back box heat shield slightly loose

Pass 6 Aug 2022 52,895 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2021 38,154 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 38,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/45/r16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/45/r16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2021 37,677 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 35,095 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 31,735 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 28,154 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 23,921 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 20,113 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 20,113 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 17,615 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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BW12 BYN is a 2012 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BW12 BYN, 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 BW12 BYN registered?

BW12 BYN is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is BW12 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW12 BYN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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