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BD12 XNV

2012 Audi A5

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,514 mi
Last recorded76,514 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 XNV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 76,514 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 71,014 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 63,637 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 59,102 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 55,332 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 51,322 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 48,869 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 44,325 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 41,124 miles

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

n/s/f tyre tread around 3mm and sidewall surface cut

o/s washer aimed low

suspect inner pad getting low o/s/f

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2017 33,225 miles

Coolant level on minimum

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2016 28,676 miles

front wing liners fouling steering rack

rear tyre treads low

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2015 21,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XNV is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests 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 BD12 XNV, 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 BD12 XNV registered?

BD12 XNV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is BD12 XNV safe to buy?

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