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Y88 BAT

2012 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,729 mi
Last recorded77,729 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY88 BAT
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 77,729 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides tinted (4.1.4 (b))

front windows tinted

Fail 19 Aug 2025 77,729 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides tinted (4.1.4 (b))

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

front windows tinted

Pass 14 Aug 2024 72,336 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 72,336 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 67,228 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front side windows and windscreen tinted but not excessively

Fail 15 Aug 2023 67,228 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front side windows and windscreen tinted but not excessively

Pass 26 Sep 2022 62,939 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 62,939 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 57,782 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 52,568 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 49,632 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 39,058 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 28,545 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 20,085 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 11,380 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 11,352 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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Y88 BAT is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black 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 Y88 BAT, 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 Y88 BAT registered?

Y88 BAT is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is Y88 BAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y88 BAT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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