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AV62 UPT

2012 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,814 mi
Last recorded58,814 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 UPT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 58,814 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides border line pass (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 52,748 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 49,153 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 43,754 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 37,632 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 33,527 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 30,755 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 26,589 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 21,091 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 12,012 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre side wall split but not showing cords

Pass 20 Oct 2015 9,304 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 UPT is a 2012 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPT, 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 UPT registered?

AV62 UPT is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is AV62 UPT safe to buy?

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