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NL12 XGS

2012 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

212,750 mi
Last recorded212,750 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL12 XGS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 212,750 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2020 203,735 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2020 203,726 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear door (3.3 (c))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 187,444 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 166,773 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Outer rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 147,553 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 147,553 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 125,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 1.5mm limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 97,522 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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NL12 XGS is a 2012 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NL12 XGS, 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 NL12 XGS registered?

NL12 XGS is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is NL12 XGS safe to buy?

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