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NJ12 HAE

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,000 mi
Last recorded79,000 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 HAE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 79,000 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))

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2025 74,891 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 68,839 miles

Under body trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2023 63,257 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 57,582 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slightly scored and chipped but less than 10mm in diameter at time of test (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Feb 2022 57,582 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slightly scored and chipped but less than 10mm in diameter at time of test (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Feb 2021 52,202 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 48,240 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 39,651 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 34,118 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 32,760 miles

under trays and engine cover fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 23 Mar 2016 28,653 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 23 Mar 2015 23,870 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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NJ12 HAE is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc 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 NJ12 HAE, 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 NJ12 HAE?

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What year was NJ12 HAE registered?

NJ12 HAE is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is NJ12 HAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ12 HAE 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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