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NG12 TGU

2012 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,019 mi
Last recorded96,019 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG12 TGU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 96,019 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 90,109 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 83,376 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 81,556 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 23 Mar 2023 81,547 miles

Emissions unable to be completed EXHAUST BOLWING (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 24 Mar 2022 79,469 miles

Offside Rear brake binding

covers on under body

Pass 26 Mar 2021 77,987 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 75,127 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 68,378 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 60,567 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 53,851 miles

underbody trims fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 4 Oct 2016 45,013 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2015 31,748 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NG12 TGU is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 NG12 TGU, 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 NG12 TGU?

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What year was NG12 TGU registered?

NG12 TGU is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is NG12 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG12 TGU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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