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NX12 LBF

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,761 mi
Last recorded114,761 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 LBF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2024 114,761 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 110,479 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2023 106,107 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 100,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 95,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 90,752 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2018 85,225 miles
Fail 26 Dec 2018 85,225 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 80,268 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 74,541 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

heavily corroded rear brake discs (brake performance not affected )

Pass 4 Mar 2016 62,262 miles

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

Front and rear discs corroded/scored

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 62,261 miles

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

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

Front and rear discs corroded/scored

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 51,390 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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NX12 LBF 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 84.6%.

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 NX12 LBF, 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 NX12 LBF registered?

NX12 LBF is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is NX12 LBF safe to buy?

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