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WN12 ABX

2012 Audi S5

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,221 mi
Last recorded82,221 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S557,745 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN12 ABX
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 82,221 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 76,390 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2025 76,389 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 74,216 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 72,876 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 70,356 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 67,841 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 66,197 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 58,703 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 50,805 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 43,996 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 35,130 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 26,900 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2015 26,900 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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WN12 ABX is a 2012 Audi S5 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WN12 ABX, 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.

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What year was WN12 ABX registered?

WN12 ABX is a 2012 Audi S5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is WN12 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN12 ABX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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