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A5 TXF

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

176,665 mi
Last recorded176,665 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 TXF
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 176,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 176,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 174,742 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 167,201 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 159,970 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front nearside upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front offside upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 149,065 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips on zone a and b (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 149,065 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips on zone a and b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 126,781 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

rear tyres slightly out of shape

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2017 100,250 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2016 74,835 miles

under tray fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 47,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2014 25,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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A5 TXF is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A5 TXF, 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.

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What year was A5 TXF registered?

A5 TXF is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is A5 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 TXF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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