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X17 LEW

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,413 mi
Last recorded120,413 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX17 LEW
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 120,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 107,193 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 92,373 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 85,708 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 72,927 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2022 72,927 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 May 2021 59,118 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 46,211 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 45,879 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 45,218 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 44,785 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 42,598 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 36,984 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 36,984 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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X17 LEW is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X17 LEW, 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 X17 LEW?

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What year was X17 LEW registered?

X17 LEW is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is X17 LEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X17 LEW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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