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MV12 FSD

2012 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,167 mi
Last recorded71,167 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 FSD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 71,167 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 71,163 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 63,500 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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MV12 FSD is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MV12 FSD, 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

How do I check the history of MV12 FSD?

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What year was MV12 FSD registered?

MV12 FSD is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is MV12 FSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV12 FSD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MV12 FSD have outstanding finance?

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