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WL12 AXN

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,370 mi
Last recorded96,370 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL12 AXN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 96,370 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 80,954 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 80,922 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions snow tyre (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside 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))

front fog lights inoprative

Pass 5 Sep 2020 72,163 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 60,501 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 49,500 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 42,132 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 39,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 31,433 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 29,994 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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WL12 AXN is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WL12 AXN, 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 WL12 AXN registered?

WL12 AXN is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is WL12 AXN safe to buy?

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