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WJ61 ZKH

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,095 mi
Last recorded119,095 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ61 ZKH
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 119,095 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 101,469 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 101,348 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2024 93,179 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2024 93,179 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 88,720 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 83,363 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 76,335 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 73,318 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 66,522 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 59,720 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 52,588 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 47,518 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2015 40,079 miles

covers fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2015 40,079 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2015 32,294 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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WJ61 ZKH is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WJ61 ZKH, 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 WJ61 ZKH registered?

WJ61 ZKH is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 23 January 2012.

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The MOT history for WJ61 ZKH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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