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AK12 DLE

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,123 mi
Last recorded124,123 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 DLE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 124,123 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 124,123 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 115,898 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 115,898 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 112,867 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 96,034 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 68,972 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 63,247 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,031 miles

Luggage prevents battery security check

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 20,941 miles

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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AK12 DLE is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK12 DLE, 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 AK12 DLE registered?

AK12 DLE is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is AK12 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 DLE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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