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DG12 UXV

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

171,705 mi
Last recorded171,705 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 UXV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 171,705 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 12 Jun 2025 163,610 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 153,784 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 147,014 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 139,046 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 132,038 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 116,535 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 82,300 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 59,101 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 49,832 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2017 49,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 45,923 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,673 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 UXV is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc 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 UXV, 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 UXV registered?

DG12 UXV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is DG12 UXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 UXV 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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