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VX12 GGU

2012 Audi A1

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,698 mi
Last recorded107,698 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX12 GGU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 107,698 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 103,391 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 103,391 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 94,374 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 83,263 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 72,175 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 61,219 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 53,377 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 45,343 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 32,220 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 24,799 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2017 24,798 miles

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear tyre pressure low

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,950 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 17,098 miles

Rear number plate looks as if it is still covered with white plastic covering.

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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VX12 GGU is a 2012 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VX12 GGU, 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

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What year was VX12 GGU registered?

VX12 GGU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is VX12 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX12 GGU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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