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CX12 XMV

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,589 mi
Last recorded141,589 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 XMV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 141,589 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 141,530 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 135,361 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 131,229 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 126,620 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 120,402 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 116,456 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 113,385 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 86,310 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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CX12 XMV is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CX12 XMV, 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 CX12 XMV registered?

CX12 XMV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is CX12 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX12 XMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX12 XMV have outstanding finance?

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