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MW61 XLC

2012 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

63,055 mi
Last recorded63,055 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 XLC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 63,055 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear wiper rubber deteriorated,advise

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nsf and nsr outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 63,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear wiper rubber deteriorated,advise

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nsf and nsr outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 58,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt advise ()

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 58,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt advise ()

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour osr and nsr (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 53,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 53,467 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim not tested osf and nsf (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour osr and nsr (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall,advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 47,404 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 47,343 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 41,956 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 41,956 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 32,729 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 27,748 miles

wear to both rear tyres

Pass 14 Mar 2016 18,458 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 11,552 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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MW61 XLC is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 MW61 XLC, 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 MW61 XLC registered?

MW61 XLC is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is MW61 XLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 XLC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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