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DF61 PVE

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,355 mi
Last recorded138,355 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 PVE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 138,355 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 138,271 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides headlights have become clouded on lenses (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear of the two arms (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 131,190 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot slight split in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 123,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 117,441 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 110,031 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 104,404 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 104,404 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 98,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays/covers fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2020 98,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays/covers fitted

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 85,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 75,032 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2017 66,903 miles

Offside Front tyre bold on inner of tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 40,700 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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DF61 PVE is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DF61 PVE, 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 DF61 PVE registered?

DF61 PVE is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 23 February 2012.

Is DF61 PVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF61 PVE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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