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BD12 UTN

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,302 mi
Last recorded131,302 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 UTN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 131,302 miles

all tyres worn on edges

nsf fog inop

Fail 27 Jul 2026 131,295 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

all tyres worn on edges

nsf fog inop

Pass 1 Aug 2025 123,297 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 114,821 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 19 Jul 2024 114,819 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 22 Jul 2023 107,363 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 106,310 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 105,072 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 102,294 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front both upper suspension arm rear bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre just on legal limit 255-35-zr20 97y (5.2.3 (e))

plastic undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 4 Jun 2018 99,289 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top wishbone rear bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front tyre has curb damage in several places

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm on centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

plastic undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 3 Jun 2017 97,568 miles

Engine & Under covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 21 May 2016 86,118 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 52,301 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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BD12 UTN is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BD12 UTN, 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 BD12 UTN registered?

BD12 UTN is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is BD12 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 UTN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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