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2012 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · FW12 HRF

FW12 HRF

2012 Audi A1 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2012. Recorded mileage 107,643 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
AUDI A1
Year / Origin
2012 · Lincoln
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30/11/2024
Road Tax
Untaxed (01/09/2024)
Recorded Mileage
107,643 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 30/11/2024
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01/09/2024
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's current roadworthiness is assessed as passing overall, though the maintenance history indicates a potential trend of worsening condition. The most recent test on 2023-12-01 was passed at 107,643 miles, confirming that the car is not currently in immediate danger of failure, but the record suggests that regular upkeep may have been compromised by the owner's lack of maintenance records. Mileage accumulation over the past decade suggests a pattern of rapid consumption rather than steady wear, with the 2021-2022 period showing a significant gap between the 2021-10-22 and 2022-12-01 tests. This gap indicates that the owner may have driven the vehicle frequently or had long periods of inactivity, which could accelerate the degradation of critical components like suspension arms and brake discs. A buyer should inspect the mechanical condition in person, specifically focusing on the rear brake discs and suspension bushings for binding, as well as checking the exhaust heat shield for looseness. Given the history of rear brake disc pitting and the absence of excessive movement in the suspension arms, the primary concern is whether these mechanical risks have been addressed since the last MOT, or if they continue to worsen as the vehicle ages.

FW12 HRF Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2023
  • 107,643 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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FW12 HRF Mileage History

  1. 22/10/202185,649 mi
  2. 23/10/202185,650 mi+1 mi
  3. 01/12/202295,491 mi+9,841 mi
  4. 01/12/2023107,643 mi+12,152 mi

Average of roughly 10,435 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

FW12 HRF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 21:58
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Audi A1 (FW12 HRF) between October 2021 and December 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 December 2023 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: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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