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AJ12 DYN

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

166,453 mi
Last recorded166,453 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 DYN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 166,453 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 141,821 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 135,863 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 133,531 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive on undercover restricted view of engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2023 133,531 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive on undercover restricted view of engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 124,501 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 110,466 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 96,184 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 96,184 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 79,891 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 72,050 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 64,200 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 57,554 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 47,820 miles

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

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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AJ12 DYN 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 AJ12 DYN, 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 AJ12 DYN registered?

AJ12 DYN is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 9 June 2012.

Is AJ12 DYN safe to buy?

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