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ML12 PXO

2012 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,104 mi
Last recorded92,104 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 PXO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 92,104 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 91,217 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 89,654 miles

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

rear indicator discoloured

Fail 27 Oct 2023 89,654 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

rear indicator discoloured

Pass 31 Oct 2022 80,526 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rubber bushes are starting to split from their bonds (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 69,107 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 56,166 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 41,068 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 31,553 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 27,966 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 25,116 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 21,741 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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ML12 PXO is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 76,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML12 PXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML12 PXO registered?

ML12 PXO is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is ML12 PXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML12 PXO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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