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DE12 NWP

2012 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,919 mi
Last recorded108,919 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 NWP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 108,919 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 103,577 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 94,479 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 86,045 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 86,016 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 77,079 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 75,480 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 68,811 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 59,933 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect All 4 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 49,804 miles

All four shock absorbers have a slight leak

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 38,910 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 29,550 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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DE12 NWP is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol 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 DE12 NWP, 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 NWP registered?

DE12 NWP is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 6 June 2012.

Is DE12 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 NWP 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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