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YR12 XJX

2012 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,822 mi
Last recorded59,822 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 XJX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 59,822 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 59,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 47,077 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 47,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 43,541 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 43,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 37,067 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 29,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult belt

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 11 Mar 2015 23,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YR12 XJX is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YR12 XJX, 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 YR12 XJX registered?

YR12 XJX is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is YR12 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 XJX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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