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BJ12 XVB

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,541 mi
Last recorded101,541 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 XVB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 101,541 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 101,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 91,611 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 80,939 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 70,107 miles

Cracking in tread n/s/r tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 70,107 miles

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

Cracking in tread n/s/r tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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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BJ12 XVB is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ12 XVB, 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 BJ12 XVB registered?

BJ12 XVB is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is BJ12 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ12 XVB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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