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WV12 CXU

2012 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

100,974 mi
Last recorded100,974 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 CXU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 100,974 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 97,514 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 89,468 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 81,799 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 74,046 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has a cut but not excessively (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 74,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has a cut but not excessively (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 71,416 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 66,784 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 61,770 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 56,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 48,149 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 37,949 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 10 Aug 2015 28,670 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 27,068 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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WV12 CXU is a 2012 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WV12 CXU, 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

How do I check the history of WV12 CXU?

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What year was WV12 CXU registered?

WV12 CXU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is WV12 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 CXU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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