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YR62 ULP

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

204,018 mi
Last recorded204,018 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 ULP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 204,018 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 204,017 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 203,942 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 196,659 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 196,654 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front suspension arm (rear of the two) bushing splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 305,826 miles

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Driver's seat belt. (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front top wishbone rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2024 305,820 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Driver's seat belt. (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front top wishbone rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 288,061 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen does NOT affect drivers view of the road (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole and rubber boot is very soft **(advise replacement)** (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 167,204 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 167,103 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 159,912 miles

Offside Front fog light not working

Pass 7 Feb 2020 155,500 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Feb 2019 149,026 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 139,110 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 129,175 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 104,345 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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YR62 ULP is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YR62 ULP, 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 YR62 ULP registered?

YR62 ULP is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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