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DX61 LFG

2012 Audi S5

Black Petrol 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

63,049 mi
Last recorded63,049 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S557,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX61 LFG
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 63,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 60,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer walls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 58,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer walls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 56,617 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f and n/s/r tyres have cuts in sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 54,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to inner and outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 54,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to inner and outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 49,522 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 47,170 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 47,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 40,435 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to outer wall and cracking on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 37,072 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 33,263 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 30,606 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 20,652 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 20,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Audi S5?

Based on 26,583 MOT tests across 2,076 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,076
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 230
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 112
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DX61 LFG is a 2012 Audi S5 in Black with a 2,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi S5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 57,745 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Audi S5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX61 LFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Audi S5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX61 LFG registered?

DX61 LFG is a 2012 Audi S5, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is DX61 LFG safe to buy?

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