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BG12 UKU

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,447 mi
Last recorded113,447 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 UKU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 113,447 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 111,047 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 111,047 miles

Central Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 108,440 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 105,041 miles

Central exhaust clamp corroded/broken

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 101,446 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 96,318 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2018 91,600 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2017 77,964 miles

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

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

engine covers are fitted obscuring some components

under trays are fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Apr 2016 61,488 miles

engine covers

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2016 61,443 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine covers

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 44,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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BG12 UKU is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG12 UKU, 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 BG12 UKU registered?

BG12 UKU is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is BG12 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 UKU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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