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BF12 OWG

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,262 mi
Last recorded113,262 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 OWG
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 113,262 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 108,962 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 104,107 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2024 104,053 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 99,332 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 87,143 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 59,306 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 44,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 35,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look to be getting low. (3.5.1g)

under shields fitted.

Pass 20 Jul 2015 24,470 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 22,673 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres close to wear bars

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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BF12 OWG is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BF12 OWG, 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 BF12 OWG registered?

BF12 OWG is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BF12 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 OWG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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