When is BF12ZPE's MOT due?

This vehicle's MOT is valid until 12 October 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then while keeping the same renewal date.

Yes. DVLA records show this vehicle is currently taxed. Tax is due for renewal on 1 December 2026.

What mileage has BF12ZPE done?

The last mileage recorded at MOT was 168,890 miles in October 2025. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 173,000 miles.

Has BF12ZPE ever failed an MOT?

Yes. It has failed 3 MOT tests, most recently in October 2025. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.

Has BF12ZPE's mileage ever dropped?

No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.

BF12ZPE

AUDI A3

2012 · White · Diesel · 1598cc

Data from official DVSA and DVLA records · Report generated 3 August 2026

Vehicle Summary

MOT

Valid

until 12/10/2026

Tax

Taxed

due 01/12/2026

Est. Mileage

173,166

projected from MOT records

CO2 Emissions

109

g/km

Mileage History

MOT History

Test number
672006861068
Expiry
12 Oct 2026
Odometer
168,890 mi
ADVISORYADV
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORYADV
general corrosion too underside components.
Test number
626167701068
Expiry
—
Odometer
168,885 mi
DANGEROUSDNGR
Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUSDNGR
Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUSDNGR
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
MAJORMAJ
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJORMAJ
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJORMAJ
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORYADV
general corrosion too underside components.
Test number
584839913712
Expiry
5 Oct 2025
Odometer
162,656 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front wear in joint or drive shaft or clutch or combination of issues, further investigation required as a priority
Test number
548635628917
Expiry
5 Oct 2024
Odometer
147,657 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Test number
638189318762
Expiry
5 Oct 2023
Odometer
132,564 mi
ADVISORYADV
general corrosion to rear suspension.
Test number
148558906299
Expiry
5 Oct 2022
Odometer
117,245 mi
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear tyre inner side wall small split
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear tyre outer edge worn
Test number
779098750895
Expiry
5 Oct 2021
Odometer
108,960 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
206257867205
Expiry
5 Oct 2020
Odometer
98,431 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Test number
810281459198
Expiry
5 Apr 2019
Odometer
90,532 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
429521292154
Expiry
—
Odometer
90,451 mi
FAILFAIL
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Test number
837495396725
Expiry
5 Apr 2018
Odometer
82,789 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
933332978090
Expiry
29 Mar 2017
Odometer
71,487 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
896060855074
Expiry
6 Mar 2016
Odometer
57,737 mi
ADVISORYADV
Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Test number
117360555438
Expiry
—
Odometer
57,737 mi
PRSPRS
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
ADVISORYADV
Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

MOT History

MOT

Passes:11

Fails:3

Pass Rate:79%

Advisories:22

Expires:12/10/2026

Days Remaining:70 days

MOT Summary

Tax

Status:Taxed

Due:01/12/2026

Days Remaining:120 days

Tax

Mileage

Estimated Mileage:173,166

Annual Mileage:8,097

vs UK Average:12% above

Mileage Summary

Emissions

Euro Standard:EURO 5

CO2 Output:109 g/km

Emissions

Vehicle Details

Manufactured:2012

First Registered:March 2012

V5C Last Issued:01/01/2026

Type Approval:M1

Wheelplan:2 Axle Rigid Body

Marked for Export:No

Vehicle Details

BF12ZPE FAQs

When is BF12ZPE's MOT due?: This vehicle's MOT is valid until 12 October 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then while keeping the same renewal date.
Is BF12ZPE taxed?: Yes. DVLA records show this vehicle is currently taxed. Tax is due for renewal on 1 December 2026.
What mileage has BF12ZPE done?: The last mileage recorded at MOT was 168,890 miles in October 2025. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 173,000 miles.
Has BF12ZPE ever failed an MOT?: Yes. It has failed 3 MOT tests, most recently in October 2025. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.
Has BF12ZPE's mileage ever dropped?: No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.