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AO62 DXK

2012 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

149,773 mi
Last recorded149,773 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 DXK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 149,773 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 149,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 139,307 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 124,736 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 110,018 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 98,819 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 97,884 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 86,569 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 80,446 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2019 69,996 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,153 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 46,937 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 38,492 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,190 miles

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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AO62 DXK is a 2012 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AO62 DXK, 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 AO62 DXK registered?

AO62 DXK is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 15 September 2012.

Is AO62 DXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 DXK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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