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BT62 APO

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

132,338 mi
Last recorded132,338 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT62 APO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 132,338 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion on frames and suspension components

Fail 4 Jul 2026 132,338 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion on frames and suspension components

Pass 30 Jan 2025 125,756 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (both arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (both arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 114,044 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 114,044 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 105,122 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 95,136 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 88,399 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 81,684 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Feb 2020 81,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Nov 2018 67,062 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 57,294 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 46,798 miles

both rear tyres are slightly worn outer edge

Fail 25 Nov 2016 46,798 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

both rear tyres are slightly worn outer edge

Pass 9 Dec 2015 35,797 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2015 35,797 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre on wear markers 2mm

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine undertrays fitted

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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BT62 APO is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BT62 APO, 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 BT62 APO registered?

BT62 APO is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is BT62 APO safe to buy?

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