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AX12 GCV

2012 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,863 mi
Last recorded94,863 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 GCV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 94,863 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 91,325 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both rear (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 3 May 2022 91,325 miles

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both rear (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 86,953 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 84,501 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 79,052 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 74,068 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 55,175 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 35,145 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 35,145 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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AX12 GCV is a 2012 Audi A5 in Blue 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 AX12 GCV, 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 AX12 GCV registered?

AX12 GCV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is AX12 GCV safe to buy?

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