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2012 Audi A1 SE 1.2 TFSI

68,981 miles Manual Petrol 3 owners Hartlepool
£4,989
Last checked: 2 July 2026
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Market snapshot

How this vehicle compares

11th cheapest of 136 similar cars on BumpyGoat
Lower mileage than 42% of similar cars
Similar cars average 37 days live
Diagnosis

Overall condition

Average

A mixed overall picture based on the available vehicle information.

Low mileage for its age 2 keys available
Radar

Price

Great price
£4,989
Average £5,995 similar
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Vehicle details

Year 2012
Registration SM61 WPP
Fuel economy 55.4 mpg
Power 85 bhp
Engine TFSI
Body type Hatchback
Transmission Manual
Fuel Petrol
Doors 3
Seats 4

Description

This 2012 Audi A1 SE with the 1.2 TFSI engine offers a nimble and engaging drive, perfectly suited to city life and longer trips alike. The manual gearbox and light steering provide a connected driving experience, while the torquey small engine delivers economical performance without feeling underpowered. Low mileage and Audi’s built-in composure make this an easy car to enjoy every day.

Practical as a compact hatchback, it seats four comfortably and makes sensible use of interior space for shopping and weekend gear. With reassuring build quality and a balanced ride, it’s a dependable, economical choice that’s straightforward to live with and pleasant to drive.

Trust

Vehicle health & MOT history for SM61 WPP

Poor MOT condition
18

High maintenance risk

Multiple issues, serious defects or strong wear signals found.

Last result: Passed Expires: 18 Mar 2026 Tests: 16
MOT has expired
Wear and tear detected in MOT history
Repeated wear-related MOT notes found across tyre wear, brake wear, suspension wear, exhaust condition
Vehicle has recorded MOT failures
MOT pass consistency is lower than ideal
Safety

Risk level

Higher risk

Price significantly below similar vehicles

Recommendation

Ask for full documentation and inspect the vehicle carefully.

Higher purchase risk
Summary

Use case fit

Efficient
Commuting Daily Mixed use

A sensible fit for commuting, frequent use and keeping running costs lower.

Recommended use: commuting Efficient for regular driving
Cost

Annual cost

Estimated
£2,502 / year
Insurance £900
Fuel £952
Maintenance £460
Road tax £190
Moderate annual running cost

Best points and things to consider

Quick summary

Best points

Strengths
  • Priced very competitively against similar vehicles.
  • Low mileage for its age.
  • Two keys available.
  • Efficient on fuel for regular driving.

Things to consider

Before travelling
  • MOT history suggests extra checks are sensible.
  • MOT appears to be expired.
  • Repeated brake, tyre or wear advisories appear in the MOT history.
  • Ownership history is higher than ideal.
Quick guide only: always confirm the vehicle details with the seller before travelling.
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