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A5 OSV

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,739 mi
Last recorded144,739 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 OSV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 144,739 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 134,224 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 134,224 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 124,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 113,267 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays /engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2021 103,248 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 90,193 miles

Nearside Front rim protector damaged

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear both rim protectors damaged

Fail 25 Oct 2019 90,193 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front rim protector damaged

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear both rim protectors damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2018 81,163 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 73,677 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 73,670 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 68,053 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 58,949 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

cut nearside rear tyre not showing cord

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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A5 OSV is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A5 OSV, 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

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What year was A5 OSV registered?

A5 OSV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is A5 OSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 OSV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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