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N80 EDD

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,076 mi
Last recorded64,076 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN80 EDD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 64,076 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/f wing damaged

o/s/f wing damaged

Fail 12 May 2023 64,076 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/f wing damaged

o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2022 59,000 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 50,001 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 40,000 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 40,000 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 35,176 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 35,176 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 33,892 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wipers smearing slightly

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front + rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 33,821 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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N80 EDD is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N80 EDD, 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 N80 EDD registered?

N80 EDD is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is N80 EDD safe to buy?

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