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AO62 SXZ

2012 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 2480cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,167 mi
Last recorded98,167 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 SXZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,480cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 98,167 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 96,606 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 90,674 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 86,005 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 68,518 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 68,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 43,069 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 30,244 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 25,332 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 18,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2015 10,725 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 SXZ is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 2,480cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SXZ, 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

How do I check the history of AO62 SXZ?

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What year was AO62 SXZ registered?

AO62 SXZ is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is AO62 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 SXZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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