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BN12 XDX

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,586 mi
Last recorded132,586 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 XDX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 132,586 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 129,679 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 127,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damaged & worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1,8mm & sidewall worn/damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damaged, worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 124,599 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test items hanging off rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective both deteriorating (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 120,843 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 117,701 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 117,699 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 109,879 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 108,011 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 104,495 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 98,563 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 93,687 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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BN12 XDX 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 91.7%.

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 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 BN12 XDX, 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

How do I check the history of BN12 XDX?

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What year was BN12 XDX registered?

BN12 XDX is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is BN12 XDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 XDX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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