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ML12 VVU

2012 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,359 mi
Last recorded128,359 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 VVU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 128,359 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 8 Apr 2025 111,997 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 96,886 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 95,099 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 89,083 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 81,762 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 69,222 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 55,732 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 42,458 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 42,435 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 28,725 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 23,880 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear both tyres cracking on outer side wall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2015 22,256 miles

Child seat fitted n/s/r.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Screw in n/s/r tyre tread.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VVU is a 2012 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VVU, 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 VVU registered?

ML12 VVU is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is ML12 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML12 VVU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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