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DG12 FRK

2012 Audi A5

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

102,166 mi
Last recorded102,166 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 FRK
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 102,166 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 99,051 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 93,285 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 87,915 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 84,164 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 78,339 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 69,577 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 65,444 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 61,534 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 61,534 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 56,503 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 50,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 40,603 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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DG12 FRK is a 2012 Audi A5 in Red with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG12 FRK, 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 DG12 FRK registered?

DG12 FRK is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is DG12 FRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 FRK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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