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YS61 OHB

2012 Audi A5

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

163,325 mi
Last recorded163,325 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 OHB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 163,325 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/doors damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 157,993 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 153,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

epc lamp illuminated

Fail 18 Jan 2024 153,296 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

EPC Light On

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

Pass 1 Feb 2023 147,167 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 147,167 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 139,320 miles

electronic power control lamp on

Pass 26 Jan 2021 133,909 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 124,476 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 122,069 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 112,685 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 105,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 98,791 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 86,105 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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YS61 OHB is a 2012 Audi A5 in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YS61 OHB, 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 YS61 OHB registered?

YS61 OHB is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is YS61 OHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS61 OHB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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