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DG12 VXF

2012 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

90,032 mi
Last recorded90,032 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 90,032 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 86,405 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 80,592 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre screw removed. Not leaking ()

Pass 1 Sep 2022 72,216 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 2 Sep 2021 61,851 miles

top covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Aug 2020 52,712 miles

All tyres starting to crack and perish

Pass 15 May 2019 47,583 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 43,502 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 36,872 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 36,872 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,693 miles

osr tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,100 miles

EMMISIONS PASSED ONLY 2000 RPM AVALIBLE

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 VXF is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VXF, 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 VXF?

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What year was DG12 VXF registered?

DG12 VXF is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is DG12 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 VXF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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