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MW61 KBF

2012 Audi A3

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 KBF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2026
Pass 2 Aug 2024 130,926 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 123,115 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 114,310 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 94,347 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 82,777 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 73,067 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 85,577 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front brake pads 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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MW61 KBF is a 2012 Audi A3 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MW61 KBF, 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 MW61 KBF registered?

MW61 KBF is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is MW61 KBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 KBF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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