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AX12 AYY

2012 Audi A3

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,694 mi
Last recorded88,694 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 AYY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 88,694 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 88,694 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 82,713 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 81,591 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 81,344 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2016 81,344 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 61,616 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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AX12 AYY is a 2012 Audi A3 in White with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX12 AYY, 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 AX12 AYY?

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What year was AX12 AYY registered?

AX12 AYY is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 12 July 2012.

Is AX12 AYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 AYY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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