2012 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · DF12 ACY
2012 Audi A5 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2012. Recorded mileage 65,135 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/08/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,135 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1968cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
DF12 ACY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2025
- 65,135 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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DF12 ACY Mileage History
- 17/08/202243,263 mi
- 01/08/202349,914 mi+6,651 mi
- 31/07/202458,338 mi+8,424 mi
- 31/07/202565,135 mi+6,797 mi
Average of roughly 7,404 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
DF12 ACY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Audi A5 (DF12 ACY) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2012 Audi A5 diesel is a sensible used purchase with a reassuring MOT record showing five consecutive passes and no failures. The minor advisories from 2024 have not recurred in the latest 2025 test, suggesting they were either monitored or addressed.
When viewing this A5, ask for full service history to confirm the diesel engine and running gear have been maintained to schedule, as the MOT history alone does not show routine servicing. Use the 2024 advisories — front shock misting and rear sub-frame corrosion — as negotiation points, even though they cleared in 2025, as they hint at age-related wear that may return.
As a 1968cc diesel registered in 2012, this A5 will fall into a older emissions tax band with modest annual VED, though exact group depends on specification; diesel economy should be reasonable for a coupe of this size. Insurance group is likely mid-range for the model, reflecting its premium branding and 2.0 litre engine.
The 2024 MOT noted nearside and offside front shock absorbers with light oil misting and offside front service brake binding; although the 2025 test recorded no defects, physically check the front shocks for leaks and the brake discs and calipers for sticking. Inspect the rear sub-frame for the corrosion mentioned in 2024, ensuring it has not progressed despite no advisory in 2025.
The vehicle (DF12ACY) is a grey 1968cc diesel Audi A5 first registered in July 2012, with a current mileage of 65,135 recorded at its July 2025 MOT. Its MOT history from 2021 to 2025 shows only passes, with the 2024 test noting light shock absorber misting, slight front brake binding, and minor sub-frame corrosion that did not appear in 2025. Without model aggregate data, the assessment rests on this individual history, which points to a well-maintained example with below-average mileage for a 14-year-old car.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Audi A5, so this guide relies solely on the individual history of DF12ACY.
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