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BN62 XWB

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,823 mi
Last recorded145,823 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 XWB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 145,823 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 141,464 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 135,615 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 59,748 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted obscuring some underneath components

Fail 6 Sep 2016 59,748 miles

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

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted obscuring some underneath components

Pass 8 Sep 2015 44,607 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted obscuring some components underneath

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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BN62 XWB is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BN62 XWB, 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 BN62 XWB registered?

BN62 XWB is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is BN62 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 XWB shows 6 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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