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W4 LOJ

2012 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,415 mi
Last recorded93,415 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW4 LOJ
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 93,415 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s deteriated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 93,415 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s deteriated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 77,981 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 77,981 miles

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction visor loose (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2024 76,915 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 63,311 miles

Exhaust system corroding (rear silencer outer casing corroded)

Fail 22 Feb 2023 63,311 miles

Exhaust system corroding (rear silencer outer casing corroded)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 57,797 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 52,338 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 48,401 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 43,320 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 37,556 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 30,412 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 24,962 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 20,117 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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W4 LOJ is a 2012 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W4 LOJ, 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.

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What year was W4 LOJ registered?

W4 LOJ is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 8 March 2012.

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