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WM12 MZG

2012 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,298 mi
Last recorded111,298 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 MZG
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2026 111,298 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2024 88,347 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2023 85,867 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 83,159 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 77,958 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 73,285 miles

oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2019 66,186 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 52,382 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 46,806 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 45,375 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 37,427 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 31,742 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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WM12 MZG is a 2012 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WM12 MZG, 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 WM12 MZG registered?

WM12 MZG is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 9 July 2012.

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