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AK12 GWL

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,309 mi
Last recorded137,309 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 GWL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 137,309 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 133,739 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 133,714 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 128,652 miles

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

Nearside Front daytime running lamp not working

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 121,742 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 121,742 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 113,390 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 107,450 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 104,891 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2018 93,575 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 May 2018 93,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2017 78,503 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 60,254 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 43,171 miles

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

Nail in nearside front 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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AK12 GWL is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GWL, 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 GWL registered?

AK12 GWL is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is AK12 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 GWL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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