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VX61 FTU

2012 Audi A1

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,394 mi
Last recorded102,394 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX61 FTU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 102,394 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 95,630 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 91,895 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 83,552 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 76,824 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2021 76,260 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 76,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2020 72,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2020 72,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 63,189 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 48,011 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 43,230 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2016 35,428 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 40,316 miles

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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VX61 FTU is a 2012 Audi A1 in White with a 1,390cc petrol 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 VX61 FTU, 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 VX61 FTU?

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What year was VX61 FTU registered?

VX61 FTU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is VX61 FTU safe to buy?

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