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C6 STU

2012 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,525 mi
Last recorded51,525 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC6 STU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 51,525 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 48,459 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 46,303 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 42,886 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 39,325 miles

Tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 Dec 2020 35,848 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 31,951 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,774 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 24,537 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 20,388 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 16,272 miles

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

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

Rear tyre's are cracking on the outer edges

Fail 23 Jun 2015 16,272 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear tyre's are cracking on the outer edges

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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C6 STU is a 2012 Audi A5 in Blue 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 C6 STU, 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 C6 STU?

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What year was C6 STU registered?

C6 STU is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is C6 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C6 STU 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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