Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
AK12 YXX

2012 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 161,940 miles on the clock, averaging 14,394 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).

MOT & Mileage History for AK12 YXX

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,940
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
14,394

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading161,940 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,394
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK12 YXX 63k88k113k137k162k '15'22'18

Check AK12 YXX

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,940 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,940 miles
Since last MOT+39,430 miles
PASS
Mileage122,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,510 miles
Since last MOT+8,241 miles
PASS
Mileage114,269 miles
Since last MOT+12,637 miles
PASS
Mileage101,632 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,632 miles
Since last MOT+16,899 miles
PASS
Mileage84,733 miles
Since last MOT+3,276 miles
PASS
Mileage81,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,457 miles
Since last MOT+17,999 miles
PASS
Mileage63,458 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Audi A3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)

Read our Audi A3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Audi A3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 YXX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

More AK12 Y plates

Browse all AK12 Y registrations from Peterborough.

About AK12 YXX

What car is AK12 YXX?

AK12 YXX is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.

What is the mileage of AK12 YXX?

The last recorded mileage for AK12 YXX was 161,940 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK12 YXX passed its MOT?

AK12 YXX has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2022.

Is AK12 YXX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK12 YXX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AK12 YXX?

AK12 YXX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.