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AUDI A52012 · 2.0L Diesel

DF12 ABN

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2012 AUDI A5 — Diesel, 1968cc. This vehicle has 119,410 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Valid
Expires 12/03/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1968cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, maintaining a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 4 March 2026 at 119,410 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This clean sheet across five consecutive tests dating back to 2022 indicates that the previous owners have proactively maintained the vehicle and addressed potential mechanical issues before they could trigger a failure. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between the March 2022 test at 80,444 miles and the 2026 test at 119,410 miles, the car covered 38,966 miles at a steady rate of roughly 9,700 miles annually. This predictable usage pattern avoids the mechanical degradation often associated with long periods of standing while also bypassing the accelerated component wear found on high-mileage vehicles. While the MOT record shows no failures, a buyer must still focus on high-wear components typical for an Audi of this age. A physical inspection should verify the condition of the control arm bushes and suspension mounts, as these often perish around 100,000 miles. The brake discs should be checked for thinning and the calipers for binding, as the MOT only tests for functional efficiency rather than surface condition. Given the age, checking the chassis for corrosion on the sills and exhaust mounting is necessary to ensure the structural integrity remains as sound as the digital record suggests.

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85
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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, maintaining a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 4 March 2026 at 119,410 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This clean sheet across five consecutive tests dating back to 2022 indicates that the previous owners have proactively maintained the vehicle and addressed potential mechanical issues before they could trigger a failure. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between the March 2022 test at 80,444 miles and the 2026 test at 119,410 miles, the car covered 38,966 miles at a steady rate of roughly 9,700 miles annually. This predictable usage pattern avoids the mechanical degradation often associated with long periods of standing while also bypassing the accelerated component wear found on high-mileage vehicles. While the MOT record shows no failures, a buyer must still focus on high-wear components typical for an Audi of this age. A physical inspection should verify the condition of the control arm bushes and suspension mounts, as these often perish around 100,000 miles. The brake discs should be checked for thinning and the calipers for binding, as the MOT only tests for functional efficiency rather than surface condition. Given the age, checking the chassis for corrosion on the sills and exhaust mounting is necessary to ensure the structural integrity remains as sound as the digital record suggests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2012 Audi A5 (DF12 ABN) has a recorded MOT history spanning from March 2022 to March 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 5 passes and 0 failures recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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