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X23 LBY

2012 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,246 mi
Last recorded121,246 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX23 LBY
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 121,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2025 108,047 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both have slight condensation on inside of lense (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2024 95,834 miles

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

Nearside boost leak from lower intercooler pipe area

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective wet inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside sun visor damaged but operational

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 95,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure fitted incorrectly, sticking out at bottom (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside boost leak from lower intercooler pipe area

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective wet inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside sun visor damaged but operational

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 79,522 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 72,356 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 65,651 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 60,282 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 55,172 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 55,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 49,403 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 44,081 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 33,668 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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X23 LBY is a 2012 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X23 LBY, 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.

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What year was X23 LBY registered?

X23 LBY is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is X23 LBY safe to buy?

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