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AV62 BNE

2012 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

146,789 mi
Last recorded146,789 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 BNE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 146,789 miles

slight crack in windscreen

Fail 29 Oct 2025 146,789 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

slight crack in windscreen

Pass 31 Oct 2024 140,799 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 135,893 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 130,920 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 12 Nov 2021 121,346 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 110,438 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 100,481 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 89,706 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 74,664 miles

BAD CLUTCH SMELL

BRAKE WARNING LAMP SHOWS A FAULT

FRONT TYRES LOW/BULGE N/S/F

REAR BRAKES POOR

Fail 5 Mar 2018 74,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

BAD CLUTCH SMELL

BRAKE WARNING LAMP SHOWS A FAULT

FRONT DISCS POOR

REAR BRAKES POOR

Pass 17 Oct 2016 43,529 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 19,081 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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AV62 BNE is a 2012 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AV62 BNE, 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 AV62 BNE registered?

AV62 BNE is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is AV62 BNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 BNE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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