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YY12 SDV

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,880 mi
Last recorded128,880 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 SDV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 128,880 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 128,880 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 118,052 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 113,758 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 102,432 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 88,181 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 85,550 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre inner shoulder worn low and stepping

Pass 24 Jun 2016 65,471 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 44,723 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 44,723 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YY12 SDV is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY12 SDV, 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 YY12 SDV registered?

YY12 SDV is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is YY12 SDV safe to buy?

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