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AJI 389

2012 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,131 mi
Last recorded123,131 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJI 389
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 123,131 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 114,759 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 worn/balding on edges and approx 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 wearing on edges and approx 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 105,031 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 96,552 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very slight (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 84,666 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 84,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise to replace (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 68,716 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 68,716 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 64,330 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 55,188 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 48,067 miles

brake pads worn

keep check on tyre depths

Pass 23 Mar 2017 42,616 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 36,912 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 36,403 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 30,369 miles

both front tyres low tread

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AJI 389 is a 2012 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 76,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJI 389, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJI 389 registered?

AJI 389 is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is AJI 389 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJI 389 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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