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DG12 GZB

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,145 mi
Last recorded142,145 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 GZB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 142,145 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 128,920 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 121,629 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 111,839 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 103,638 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 83,898 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 69,202 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 60,145 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 46,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 37,409 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyres getting low

Pass 3 Feb 2015 36,083 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 GZB is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GZB, 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

How do I check the history of DG12 GZB?

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What year was DG12 GZB registered?

DG12 GZB is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DG12 GZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 GZB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG12 GZB have outstanding finance?

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