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AK62 XWJ

2012 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,897 mi
Last recorded95,897 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 XWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 95,897 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 95,696 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 95,696 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 93,043 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 84,979 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 80,969 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 75,142 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 60,045 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 60,045 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40r18 (4.1.D.1b)

front wheel alignment requires adjustment

Pass 6 Jan 2016 45,986 miles

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

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 XWJ is a 2012 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XWJ, 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 XWJ registered?

AK62 XWJ is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is AK62 XWJ safe to buy?

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