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AK12 VDL

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,768 mi
Last recorded38,768 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 VDL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2015 38,768 miles

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

Offside 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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AK12 VDL is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK12 VDL, 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 AK12 VDL registered?

AK12 VDL is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is AK12 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 VDL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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