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WJ12 USS

2012 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

118,299 mi
Last recorded118,299 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 USS
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 118,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 107,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 99,529 miles

n/s and o/s front brake discs wearing

Fail 13 Nov 2023 99,528 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

n/s and o/s front brake discs wearing

n/s/f tyre inner edge bold

Pass 25 Oct 2022 94,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear tyres perished and stepped n/s and o/s

Pass 10 Nov 2021 90,605 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Nov 2020 82,248 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 75,967 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 64,478 miles

Nearside Front inner and outer brake pads wearing low

Pass 23 Nov 2017 54,977 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 54,969 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 42,405 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Dec 2015 30,329 miles

covers fitted

cuts on tyre walls

tyre treads wearing low 4mm min 1.6mm

Pass 29 Dec 2014 20,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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WJ12 USS is a 2012 Audi A1 in White 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 WJ12 USS, 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 WJ12 USS registered?

WJ12 USS is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is WJ12 USS safe to buy?

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