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AV12 HTY

2012 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

148,294 mi
Last recorded148,294 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 HTY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 148,294 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 132,884 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 132,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 118,594 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 104,231 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 90,388 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 90,387 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 85,722 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 85,722 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 79,741 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 78,060 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 78,060 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 72,046 miles

engine cover and undertray

nsr tyre nail

oil level low

osf wiper streaks

removed device cradle and relocated sticker windscreen swept area

Pass 23 May 2016 64,929 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 64,928 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 53,150 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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AV12 HTY is a 2012 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AV12 HTY, 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 AV12 HTY registered?

AV12 HTY is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is AV12 HTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 HTY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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