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MW12 ZCK

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

151,951 mi
Last recorded151,951 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 ZCK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 151,951 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 151,748 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 136,311 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 119,631 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 98,622 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 98,622 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 83,356 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 83,356 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 72,454 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 72,454 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 44,098 miles

rear tyres worn

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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MW12 ZCK is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MW12 ZCK, 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 MW12 ZCK registered?

MW12 ZCK is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is MW12 ZCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW12 ZCK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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