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A21 HCY

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,114 mi
Last recorded85,114 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 HCY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 85,114 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 85,114 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 77,356 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 70,080 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 63,550 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 62,052 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 60,819 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 60,028 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 58,614 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 56,664 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 53,498 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 50,815 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 50,769 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 45,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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A21 HCY is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 74,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 HCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 HCY?

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What year was A21 HCY registered?

A21 HCY is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is A21 HCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 HCY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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