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BF62 KAU

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,910 mi
Last recorded100,910 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 KAU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 100,910 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 90,407 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s/r& o/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f upper inner both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 77,479 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 73,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 73,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 66,889 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 61,053 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 44,094 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 39,521 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 38,924 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 26,889 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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BF62 KAU is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black 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 BF62 KAU, 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 BF62 KAU registered?

BF62 KAU is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is BF62 KAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 KAU 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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