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A5 SXU

2009 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

180,909 mi
Last recorded180,909 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 SXU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 180,909 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 176,662 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 168,979 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 161,869 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 154,446 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 140,492 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 137,349 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 137,349 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 May 2018 128,395 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 119,575 miles

undershields/engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 4 Dec 2015 113,784 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 100,303 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 78,628 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 57,177 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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A5 SXU is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 85,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 SXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Audi A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 SXU?

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What year was A5 SXU registered?

A5 SXU is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is A5 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 SXU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 SXU have outstanding finance?

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