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A5 XEK

2010 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

129,048 mi
Last recorded129,048 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XEK
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 129,048 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 129,048 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 18 May 2024 121,876 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 104,265 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2023 104,260 miles

Central Front Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2022 91,221 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2021 87,846 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 82,694 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 77,267 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 66,496 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 48,149 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 41,901 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 36,211 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 31,162 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 24,886 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 24,886 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 XEK is a 2010 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 82,794 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 XEK, 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 16 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 XEK?

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What year was A5 XEK registered?

A5 XEK is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 3 March 2010.

Is A5 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 XEK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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