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AK12 YGV

2012 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

166,766 mi
Last recorded166,766 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 YGV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 166,766 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear suspension and components have age related corrosion

Pass 28 Feb 2025 156,130 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 148,404 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 148,387 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 137,276 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 128,402 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 120,090 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 114,005 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 102,682 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 102,682 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 99,696 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 88,392 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted

front brake pads low

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2016 75,318 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2015 63,061 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/s/r brake pads low

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AK12 YGV is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK12 YGV, 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.

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What year was AK12 YGV registered?

AK12 YGV is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is AK12 YGV safe to buy?

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