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XG51 DAD

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,439 mi
Last recorded133,439 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXG51 DAD
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 133,439 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 122,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 114,605 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 114,605 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 104,908 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 104,908 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 88,182 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 78,892 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 194,028 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 192,439 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 160,045 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 123,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 82,277 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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XG51 DAD is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc 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 XG51 DAD, 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 XG51 DAD registered?

XG51 DAD is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is XG51 DAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for XG51 DAD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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