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AV62 DKA

2012 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,922 mi
Last recorded137,922 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 DKA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 137,922 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 126,537 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 102,966 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 102,913 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 87,813 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 74,146 miles

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

both front tyres are worn on the inboard edge.

Pass 13 Sep 2016 66,548 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Unable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres

Undertrays and Engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2015 47,140 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 DKA is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DKA, 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.

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What year was AV62 DKA registered?

AV62 DKA is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AV62 DKA safe to buy?

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