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DS12 JXK

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,600 mi
Last recorded79,600 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 JXK
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 79,600 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 74,732 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 70,179 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 65,058 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 60,830 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2021 60,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 58,976 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 54,784 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 50,057 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 50,054 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 46,480 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 40,152 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 30,317 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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DS12 JXK is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DS12 JXK, 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 DS12 JXK registered?

DS12 JXK is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 6 June 2012.

Is DS12 JXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 JXK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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