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DF12 HCP

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,104 mi
Last recorded71,104 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 HCP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 71,104 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 66,252 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 66,252 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 54,006 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 43,329 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 43,239 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 38,338 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 34,029 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 29,076 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 23,032 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2018 18,647 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 15,529 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 13,394 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 10,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 8,954 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 8,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise nsf tyre has multiple deep cuts on rim protector

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 HCP is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF12 HCP, 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 HCP registered?

DF12 HCP is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is DF12 HCP safe to buy?

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