2012 Audi A1 1.2L Petrol · AF12 WGV
2012 Audi A1 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 73,068 miles. MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A1
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,068 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF12 WGV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 73,068 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF12 WGV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Audi A1 (AF12 WGV) between March 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))”.
AF12 WGV Mileage History
- 29/03/202357,888 mi
- 22/03/202462,710 mi+4,822 mi
- 26/03/202462,713 mi+3 mi
- 18/03/202568,334 mi+5,621 mi
- 26/02/202673,068 mi+4,734 mi
Average of roughly 5,205 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2012 Audi A1 presents a generally s
When inspecting this 2012 Audi A1, verify the physical condition of all four tyres, paying close attention to inner and outer edges where previous advisories and failures have occurred. Request a full paper or digital service history to cross-reference against the recorded MOT mileage progression from 57,888 miles in 2023 up to 73,068 miles in 2026. Check the suspension components thoroughly, as model-wide statistics indicate coil springs and ball joints are among the top failure reasons for the A1 range.
Powered by the 1197.0cc petrol engine, this A1 falls into a modest insurance group and benefits from reasonable fuel economy typical of small capacity turbocharged hatchbacks. Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) banding should be verified against current government tax brackets for a 2012 petrol vehicle. Typical annual maintenance should account for routine servicing and the higher labour rates associated with the Audi brand, alongside periodic replacement of consumables like tyres and brakes.
Inspect the tyres carefully, noting that the March 2024 test resulted in a failure for an offside front tyre below legal limits, and the March 2025 test recorded an advisory for the nearside front tyre being worn on the edge. Check the front and rear suspension coil springs and ball joints during a test drive or ramp inspection, referencing the model aggregate data which flags these components as common failure points. Examine the exterior black paintwork for stone chips and parking damage typical of a 2012 vehicle.
First registered in March 2012, this black Audi A1 has covered 73,068 miles at its February 2026 test, sitting comfortably below the model average for its age when compared to typical annual usage. The vehicle records a clean pass in February 2026 following previous tyre-related interventions in 2024 and 2025. Its mechanical history shows typical consumable wear rather than systemic structural faults.
The Audi A1 holds an aggregate MOT pass rate of 83.4%, with buyers advised to monitor suspension components such as coil springs and ball joints closely.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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