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MV62 VXE

2012 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,441 mi
Last recorded50,441 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV62 VXE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 50,441 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 49,185 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 47,757 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 47,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2022 46,334 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 44,921 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 43,855 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.98 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 40,844 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 36,231 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 31,698 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 26,146 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 22,320 miles

Nearside Rear nail in nsr tyre

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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MV62 VXE is a 2012 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 MV62 VXE, 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 MV62 VXE?

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What year was MV62 VXE registered?

MV62 VXE is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is MV62 VXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV62 VXE 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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