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2012 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · SB12 ACO

SB12 ACO

2012 Audi A5 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 109,486 miles. MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A5
Year / Origin
2012 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 17 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
109,486 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 17 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT, conducted on 2025-10-18 at 109,486 miles, resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. However, a prior test on 2025-10-17 at 109,372 miles showed a failure, though no specific defects were noted. This inconsistency suggests potential administrative errors or unrecorded issues, but the latest pass indicates the car met roadworthiness standards at that time. Overall, the maintenance trend appears stable, with no recurring mechanical faults identified across the recorded tests. The vehicle’s mileage of 109,486 miles at 14 years old aligns with an average annual usage of 7,820 miles, which is typical for its age. The MOT history shows gradual mileage increases, with gaps between tests ranging from 12 to 14 months. Notably, the 2024-10-11 test at 101,644 miles and the 2023-10-16 test at 97,785 miles indicate consistent usage, though the lack of detailed defect reports limits insight into wear patterns. The absence of structural or safety-related issues in the records suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a basic standard. Despite the clean MOT history, the buyer should verify the car’s condition in person, focusing on suspension components, brake systems, and exhaust emissions. The failure recorded on 2025-10-17, though unexplained, warrants scrutiny of potential undetected issues. Additionally, the 14-month gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests raises questions about the vehicle’s maintenance consistency. A thorough inspection of wheel bearings, steering linkage, and corrosion in underbody areas is advisable to confirm the absence of hidden deterioration.
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SB12 ACO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/10/2025
  • 109,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)

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SB12 ACO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 16:50
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Audi A5 (SB12 ACO) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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SB12 ACO Mileage History

  1. 30/09/202289,036 mi
  2. 16/10/202397,785 mi+8,749 mi
  3. 11/10/2024101,644 mi+3,859 mi
  4. 17/10/2025109,372 mi+7,728 mi
  5. 18/10/2025109,486 mi+114 mi

Average of roughly 6,704 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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