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DE12 EYH

2012 Audi A5

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,072 mi
Last recorded126,072 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 EYH
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 126,072 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 118,133 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 108,509 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 102,538 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2020 84,378 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 76,131 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 71,750 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 61,607 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Dec 2016 61,607 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 53,264 miles

Front pads 80% worn and discs lipped

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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DE12 EYH is a 2012 Audi A5 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DE12 EYH, 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 DE12 EYH registered?

DE12 EYH is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is DE12 EYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 EYH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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