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DS61 ZBD

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,998 mi
Last recorded159,998 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 ZBD
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 159,998 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 158,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive Shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 153,757 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 153,625 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 149,013 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 148,179 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 148,175 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 147,105 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 143,643 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 136,967 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 116,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 98,337 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 91,270 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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DS61 ZBD 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 DS61 ZBD, 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 DS61 ZBD registered?

DS61 ZBD is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 11 February 2012.

Is DS61 ZBD safe to buy?

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