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W21 DBW

2012 Audi A1

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,135 mi
Last recorded32,135 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW21 DBW
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 32,135 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 27,464 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 23,951 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 23,951 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 20,869 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge to be changed asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 17,823 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 17,823 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 14,007 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 11,541 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 8,110 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 5,291 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 4,031 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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W21 DBW is a 2012 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W21 DBW, 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 W21 DBW?

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What year was W21 DBW registered?

W21 DBW is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is W21 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W21 DBW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W21 DBW have outstanding finance?

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