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AV12 SYF

2012 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,448 mi
Last recorded87,448 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 SYF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 87,448 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 79,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 73,012 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 72,870 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken BROKEN (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 67,285 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 62,914 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 57,680 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 54,861 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 47,311 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 40,699 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2017 32,630 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 26,836 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 20,990 miles

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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AV12 SYF is a 2012 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV12 SYF, 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 AV12 SYF?

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What year was AV12 SYF registered?

AV12 SYF is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AV12 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 SYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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