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AT12 LEY

2012 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

148,555 mi
Last recorded148,555 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A574,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT12 LEY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 148,555 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 139,980 miles

Front Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 127,666 miles

Front Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 121,438 miles

Front Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2022 121,438 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 104,421 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 92,606 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 92,598 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2019 82,784 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 63,231 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 54,600 miles

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

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2016 41,237 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 29,372 miles

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

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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AT12 LEY is a 2012 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AT12 LEY, 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 AT12 LEY registered?

AT12 LEY is a 2012 Audi A5, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is AT12 LEY safe to buy?

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