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A5 XYJ

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,269 mi
Last recorded154,269 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XYJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 154,269 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 140,617 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside rear worn close to l/ limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 130,829 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2018 130,604 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords just become exposed very inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 117,655 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 100,272 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 84,623 miles

Both nearside and offside front upper suspension bushes deteriorating

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 84,623 miles

Both nearside and offside front upper suspension bushes deteriorating

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 68,635 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 68,635 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 57,578 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 46,753 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 XYJ is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XYJ, 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.

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What year was A5 XYJ registered?

A5 XYJ is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is A5 XYJ safe to buy?

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