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AJ09 XRS

2009 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,525 mi
Last recorded105,525 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ09 XRS
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 105,525 miles

Front Headlamp washers faulty

Pass 2 Jan 2025 103,967 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 103,705 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 102,676 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 102,676 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Aiso under inflated now PAS (5.2.3 (k))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 100,182 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 99,304 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 99,297 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim too low both o/s n/s (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 98,925 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s n/s rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 95,800 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 90,971 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 90,969 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2016 82,494 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 73,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 60,178 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2013 50,653 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,353 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 49,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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AJ09 XRS is a 2009 Audi A5 in Blue with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AJ09 XRS, 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

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What year was AJ09 XRS registered?

AJ09 XRS is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is AJ09 XRS safe to buy?

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