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DG62 KXV

2012 Audi A5

Red Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,259 mi
Last recorded120,259 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 KXV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 120,259 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 120,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 111,229 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 98,331 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 97,432 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 92,106 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 92,109 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))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 83,082 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 71,538 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2015 55,572 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 55,572 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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DG62 KXV is a 2012 Audi A5 in Red with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DG62 KXV, 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 DG62 KXV registered?

DG62 KXV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is DG62 KXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 KXV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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