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A5 LMS

2009 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

140,826 mi
Last recorded140,826 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 LMS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 140,826 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 137,883 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 135,052 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 131,851 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 128,340 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 123,963 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 121,300 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 117,898 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 115,956 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 113,633 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 103,719 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

top covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 82,369 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 82,369 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 62,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 44,469 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 27,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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A5 LMS is a 2009 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 LMS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 LMS registered?

A5 LMS is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is A5 LMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 LMS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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