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2012 Audi Q3 2.0L Petrol · KP12 ADU

KP12 ADU

2012 Audi Q3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 08 Aug 2012. Recorded mileage 106,171 miles. MOT valid until 12 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI Q3
Year / Origin
2012 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
106,171 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1984cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent inspection. The latest MOT test conducted on 13 May 2025 at 97,963 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, despite a failure just the previous day at nearly identical mileage. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in rectifying a minor presentation issue immediately to ensure compliance. The overall maintenance trend shows a lack of recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation over the last several years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between September 2023 at 89,184 miles and May 2025 at 97,963 miles, the car covered roughly 8,800 miles, indicating steady and low-intensity usage. This low-mile profile generally reduces the strain on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can mean that age-related components like rubber bushes and seals perish despite the lack of heavy use. While the record shows no persistent structural rust or brake issues, a buyer must remain vigilant regarding common wear points for an Audi Q3 of this era. The physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry and control arm bushes, which often perish at this age regardless of mileage. Given the low mileage, check the brake discs for corrosion or pitting, as vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from surface oxidation. The absence of advisories in the recent records suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained, but a manual check of the undercarriage for fluid leaks remains necessary.
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KP12 ADU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
  • 106,171 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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KP12 ADU Mileage History

  1. 14/05/202491,984 mi
  2. 14/05/202491,984 mi
  3. 12/05/202597,954 mi+5,970 mi
  4. 13/05/202597,963 mi+9 mi
  5. 08/05/2026106,171 mi+8,208 mi

Average of roughly 7,159 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KP12 ADU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 14:25
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Audi Q3 (KP12 ADU) between May 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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 Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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