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DA12 YMS

2012 Audi A5

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,638 mi
Last recorded123,638 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 YMS
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 123,638 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 123,557 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Dec 2021 122,058 miles

front bumper damaged

Pass 16 Dec 2020 115,134 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 102,482 miles

all tyre walls damaged

Fail 27 Nov 2019 102,482 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

all tyre walls damaged

Pass 4 Oct 2018 88,903 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 76,195 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 76,090 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2016 63,768 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 48,982 miles

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 YMS is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DA12 YMS, 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 YMS registered?

DA12 YMS is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is DA12 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 YMS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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