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DF12 HCK

2012 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,675 mi
Last recorded140,675 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 HCK
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 140,675 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Jul 2026 140,674 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jul 2025 127,835 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2024 116,022 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Aug 2023 104,707 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 92,933 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 80,264 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 72,624 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 65,177 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 65,177 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 56,151 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 47,326 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 39,317 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 39,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 24,004 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 24,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DF12 HCK is a 2012 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF12 HCK, 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.

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What year was DF12 HCK registered?

DF12 HCK is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is DF12 HCK safe to buy?

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