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AK59 GVN

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

209,185 mi
Last recorded209,185 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 GVN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 209,185 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 209,181 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 196,444 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 185,148 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 171,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 155,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 149,360 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 143,705 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 127,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear discs are lipped (3.5.1g)

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 7 Sep 2016 109,125 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 97,973 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 82,036 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 66,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Aug 2012 48,314 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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AK59 GVN is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel 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 AK59 GVN, 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 AK59 GVN registered?

AK59 GVN is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AK59 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 GVN 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.

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