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S5 LXR

2012 Audi S5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,414 mi
Last recorded99,414 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi S557,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 LXR
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 99,414 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 88,778 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 74,560 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 73,059 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 67,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 62,254 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 58,086 miles

both front and osr schocks very slightly misty

Pass 19 Nov 2018 49,967 miles

tyres low on tread

Pass 29 Nov 2017 42,754 miles

object in nsr tyre

Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,740 miles

both rear schocks slightly misty

Pass 23 Nov 2015 25,332 miles

tyres getting low on tread

Pass 2 Dec 2014 17,521 miles

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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S5 LXR is a 2012 Audi S5 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 S5 LXR, 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 S5 LXR registered?

S5 LXR is a 2012 Audi S5, first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is S5 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 LXR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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