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YE62 TXY

2012 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

150,913 mi
Last recorded150,913 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 TXY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 150,913 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 150,913 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 144,147 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 144,147 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 133,580 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 121,431 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 121,430 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 103,166 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases connecting sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 87,576 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 76,982 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 74,216 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 64,991 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 64,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 53,254 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 43,603 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 33,600 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 33,600 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (6.3.1d)

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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YE62 TXY is a 2012 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 YE62 TXY, 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 YE62 TXY registered?

YE62 TXY is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is YE62 TXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 TXY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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