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YC12 BXS

2012 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,105 mi
Last recorded122,105 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 BXS
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 122,105 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 108,017 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 102,904 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 97,557 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 89,551 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2021 89,551 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2020 87,504 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 69,334 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 58,414 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 45,190 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 44,414 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 41,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YC12 BXS is a 2012 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YC12 BXS, 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 YC12 BXS?

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What year was YC12 BXS registered?

YC12 BXS is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is YC12 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 BXS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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