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C16 HKY

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,266 mi
Last recorded140,266 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 HKY
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 140,266 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 131,657 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2024 123,706 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 114,603 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 114,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 103,961 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 93,915 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 84,196 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 84,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2019 77,101 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 68,914 miles

engine /body under trays fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2017 66,509 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 49,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

Fail 21 Aug 2015 33,190 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2015 33,190 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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C16 HKY is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 C16 HKY, 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 C16 HKY registered?

C16 HKY is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is C16 HKY safe to buy?

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