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VU12 XTX

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,933 mi
Last recorded123,933 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 XTX
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 123,933 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 115,788 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 96,357 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 95,898 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 95,653 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021
Pass 3 Jul 2019 66,997 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 59,371 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 52,175 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 52,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald spots (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 45,214 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 34,924 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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VU12 XTX is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 60,576 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 A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU12 XTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU12 XTX?

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What year was VU12 XTX registered?

VU12 XTX is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is VU12 XTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 XTX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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