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DA12 KBE

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

109,368 mi
Last recorded109,368 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 KBE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 109,368 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Zero emissions data recorded

Pass 12 May 2025 99,963 miles

Zero emission levels recorded

Pass 8 May 2024 90,854 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2023 81,031 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 69,491 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 57,507 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 56,909 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 56,909 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 46,611 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 May 2018 39,843 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 May 2017 31,762 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 May 2016 27,173 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 23,115 miles

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

wipers smear slightly[screen very dirty]

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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DA12 KBE is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DA12 KBE, 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 DA12 KBE registered?

DA12 KBE is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is DA12 KBE safe to buy?

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