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OE12 AWG

2012 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,901 mi
Last recorded118,901 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE12 AWG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024 118,901 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 118,901 miles

Towbar with an unsafe modification to primary components (6.1.6 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 116,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 105,582 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly pitted near edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low central tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly pitted near edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 105,581 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working in rear view mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly pitted near edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low central tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly pitted near edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 100,459 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Oct 2020 91,587 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 80,998 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 80,998 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,897 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 72,240 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 72,240 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 70,555 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 65,907 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2015 65,907 miles

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

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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OE12 AWG is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OE12 AWG, 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 OE12 AWG registered?

OE12 AWG is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is OE12 AWG safe to buy?

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