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2012 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · BL12 GCZ

BL12 GCZ

2012 Audi A1 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 22 Aug 2012. Recorded mileage 75,533 miles. MOT expired on 19 May 2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A1
Year / Origin
2012 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 19 May 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
75,533 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 19 May 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1390cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes. The most recent test on 20 May 2025 at 75,533 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a technical failure just one day prior at 75,520 miles. This immediate success without a recorded defect suggests a clerical error during the failure or a minor adjustment was rectified instantly before the retest. Since November 2022, the car has maintained a clean record, indicating a consistent level of basic mechanical upkeep. The mileage pattern is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. Between October 2023 (61,714 miles) and May 2025 (75,533 miles), the car covered over 13,000 miles, representing a slight increase in usage compared to the previous 4,000-mile interval. While low annual mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid chemistry. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related wear that low mileage does not prevent. Focus on the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can perish or fatigue over time regardless of distance driven. Given the vehicle's age, checking the brake discs for corrosion or binding calipers is essential, as infrequent use often allows components to seize. Verify the structural integrity of the chassis and lower sills to ensure that hidden rust has not developed over the decade of service.

BL12 GCZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2025
  • 75,533 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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BL12 GCZ Mileage History

  1. 24/11/202257,575 mi
  2. 18/10/202361,714 mi+4,139 mi
  3. 09/10/202472,267 mi+10,553 mi
  4. 19/05/202575,520 mi+3,253 mi
  5. 20/05/202575,533 mi+13 mi

Average of roughly 7,222 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BL12 GCZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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 (BL12 GCZ) between November 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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