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EX12 OEJ

2012 Audi A5

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,416 mi
Last recorded96,416 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 OEJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 96,416 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 96,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 91,461 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 83,261 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 83,261 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 74,545 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 65,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 55,892 miles

Nearside Front headlamp slightly discoloured (purple tint)

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 May 2019 51,049 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 43,569 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 35,501 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 27,169 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 27,169 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,669 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 20,669 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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EX12 OEJ is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 EX12 OEJ, 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 EX12 OEJ?

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What year was EX12 OEJ registered?

EX12 OEJ is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is EX12 OEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 OEJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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