2012 Audi A3 1.2L Petrol · K17 XNK
2012 Audi A3 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 81,791 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,791 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K17 XNK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/01/2026
- 81,791 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
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K17 XNK 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 A3 (K17 XNK) between December 2021 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
K17 XNK Mileage History
- 10/12/202148,813 mi
- 09/12/202254,958 mi+6,145 mi
- 23/11/202361,782 mi+6,824 mi
- 10/12/202469,650 mi+7,868 mi
- 31/01/202681,791 mi+12,141 mi
Average of roughly 7,962 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
- S tronic (DSG) Mechatronic FailureSerious
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- Ignition Coil Pack FailureModerate
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- Dual-Mass Flywheel WearModerate
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