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BG62 RHU

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

196,513 mi
Last recorded196,513 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 RHU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 196,513 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 181,249 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

nearside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 9 Dec 2023 169,519 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and worn on inner tread edge 225 50 r17

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 156,293 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 136,870 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 117,205 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 91,263 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 68,956 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 68,956 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 53,745 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 49,300 miles

Upper engine cover fitted

emissions to low to gain readings

lower under trays fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2015 43,739 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 41,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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BG62 RHU is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc 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 BG62 RHU, 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 BG62 RHU registered?

BG62 RHU is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is BG62 RHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 RHU 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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