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YH62 ZZC

2012 Audi A5

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,672 mi
Last recorded152,672 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 ZZC
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 152,672 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 146,989 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 131,829 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 113,669 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 113,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 87,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3m (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3m (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to see some components

front brake discs slightly lipped

front brake pads low

item removed from view prior to test

rear brake discs slightly lipped

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 18 Sep 2015 87,890 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3m (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3m (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to see some components

front brake discs slightly lipped

front brake pads low

item removed from view prior to test

rear brake discs slightly lipped

rear brake pads getting low

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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YH62 ZZC is a 2012 Audi A5 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YH62 ZZC, 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 YH62 ZZC registered?

YH62 ZZC is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is YH62 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH62 ZZC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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