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LN12 VYP

2012 Audi S5

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,299 mi
Last recorded101,299 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S557,745 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 VYP
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 101,299 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 101,298 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2025 100,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and wearing on inner edge and tyre valve damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 100,985 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and wearing on inner edge and tyre valve damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 98,503 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly lumpy on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 97,256 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 96,104 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 96,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 87,994 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2017 70,870 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2016 50,539 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 37,937 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 4 Mar 2015 37,937 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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LN12 VYP is a 2012 Audi S5 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Audi S5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 57,745 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 S5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN12 VYP, 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 LN12 VYP registered?

LN12 VYP is a 2012 Audi S5, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is LN12 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 VYP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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