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A12 NXM

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

136,032 mi
Last recorded136,032 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 NXM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 136,032 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 125,754 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 125,753 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 109,583 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 83,735 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf osf bushes parting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 62,290 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2021 57,469 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 55,553 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 51,919 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 45,232 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2017 36,641 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 30,111 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 22,295 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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A12 NXM 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 92.3%.

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 A12 NXM, 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 A12 NXM registered?

A12 NXM is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 11 June 2012.

Is A12 NXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 NXM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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