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MU12 MUD

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,244 mi
Last recorded46,244 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU12 MUD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2026 46,244 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 41,427 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 41,222 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 40,050 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 39,965 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 34,011 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 32,579 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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MU12 MUD is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MU12 MUD, 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 MU12 MUD registered?

MU12 MUD is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is MU12 MUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU12 MUD shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MU12 MUD have outstanding finance?

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