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2012 AUDI A11.6L Diesel

KS12 DMS

Vehicle Insight Summary

AUDI A1 (2012, Diesel, 1598cc) — mileage recorded at 97,706. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 10/04/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1598cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, with the most recent 2026-04-01 MOT at 97,706 miles recording a pass and no defects. The prior 2025-03-31 test at 93,730 miles also passed, and the 2024-04-11 test at 89,472 miles showed no issues. While a 2024-04-10 test failed, no defects were recorded, suggesting a possible administrative error or minor non-critical failure. The absence of recurring mechanical or structural faults in the last three annual tests indicates consistent maintenance. The mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging 6,979 miles annually. The 2022-11-03 test at 83,726 miles and subsequent 2024-04-10 test at 89,454 miles show a steady increase of 5,728 miles over 16 months, reflecting regular operation. No significant gaps or rapid accumulation are evident, though the 2024-04-10 failure without defect details warrants cautious scrutiny. The MOT history lacks anomalies beyond this entry, suggesting no systemic issues in the vehicle’s mechanical or structural integrity. A buyer should prioritize an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, which can degrade over time without triggering MOT failures. Brake components, including calipers and discs, should be checked for wear, as these are common wear points in older vehicles. Corrosion in the exhaust system and underbody should also be assessed, as 14-year-old cars are prone to rust in high-moisture environments. While the MOT record shows no critical faults, these areas require verification to confirm the vehicle’s ongoing roadworthiness.

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80
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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2012 Audi A1 (KS12 DMS), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2022 to April 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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