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BW12 EVU

2012 Audi A1

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,408 mi
Last recorded49,408 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 EVU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 49,408 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 49,408 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 42,984 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 36,322 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 31,180 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 EVU is a 2012 Audi A1 in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BW12 EVU, 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 BW12 EVU?

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What year was BW12 EVU registered?

BW12 EVU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is BW12 EVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW12 EVU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW12 EVU have outstanding finance?

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