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MT12 LFN

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

145,735 mi
Last recorded145,735 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 LFN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 145,735 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 140,438 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 140,437 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 127,445 miles

under tray covers fitted time of test

Pass 6 Jun 2023 112,934 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 97,797 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 84,525 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 76,997 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 66,517 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 56,093 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Jun 2017 49,317 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jun 2016 41,167 miles

front tyres low tread on edges

Pass 2 Jun 2015 32,459 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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MT12 LFN is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black 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 MT12 LFN, 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.

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What year was MT12 LFN registered?

MT12 LFN is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is MT12 LFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT12 LFN 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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