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YB12 FHU

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,834 mi
Last recorded156,834 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 FHU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 156,834 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 138,977 miles

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))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 136,471 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 134,854 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 134,851 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Wing damaged

Rear Bumper damaged

Pass 13 Jul 2021 129,802 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 116,801 miles

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

Rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 2 Aug 2019 103,684 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 87,397 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 71,481 miles

Rear Pads appear to be getting low

Fail 11 Jul 2017 71,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Pads appear to be getting low

Pass 29 Jun 2016 53,096 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 42,748 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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YB12 FHU is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black 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 YB12 FHU, 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 YB12 FHU registered?

YB12 FHU is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is YB12 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 FHU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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