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WF62 LRO

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,189 mi
Last recorded149,189 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF62 LRO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 149,189 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 132,769 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 132,767 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 125,123 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Jul 2021 122,165 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 116,371 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 107,575 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 94,429 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2018 94,094 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 82,090 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 61,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 42,847 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 8 Oct 2015 42,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Undertrays fitted obscuring components

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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WF62 LRO 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 76.9%.

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 WF62 LRO, 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 WF62 LRO registered?

WF62 LRO is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is WF62 LRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF62 LRO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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