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AV62 DNU

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

142,095 mi
Last recorded142,095 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 DNU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 142,095 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 142,095 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 140,960 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 137,911 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

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

Rear tyres tread blocks appear uneven

Pass 26 Apr 2017 83,931 miles

NSR tyre close to limit

Fail 25 Apr 2017 83,921 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake pads close to limit

NSR tyre close to limit

Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,780 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 24,258 miles

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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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AV62 DNU is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AV62 DNU, 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 AV62 DNU registered?

AV62 DNU is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is AV62 DNU safe to buy?

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