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AK62 FRC

2012 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,938 mi
Last recorded37,938 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 FRC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 37,938 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 30 Aug 2024 35,636 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 33,565 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 31,428 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 29,293 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 27,661 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 25,984 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 22,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

covers over testable items

Pass 12 Sep 2017 19,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

covers over testable items

Pass 14 Sep 2016 16,770 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Sep 2015 14,202 miles

under tray fitted

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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AK62 FRC is a 2012 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK62 FRC, 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 AK62 FRC registered?

AK62 FRC is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AK62 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 FRC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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