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WM12 NNW

2012 Audi A1

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,243 mi
Last recorded56,243 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 NNW
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 56,243 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 56,241 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT LOWER ARM REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 50,898 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 47,553 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 43,918 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 40,932 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 40,931 miles

Service brake excessively fluctuating both front discs warped (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 39,641 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s & O/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 38,317 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2020 38,317 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 34,977 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 32,123 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 32,123 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 25,835 miles

Front tyres slightly perished

Pass 3 Aug 2016 20,918 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 16,170 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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WM12 NNW is a 2012 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WM12 NNW, 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 NNW registered?

WM12 NNW is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is WM12 NNW safe to buy?

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