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BN61 TZX

2011 Audi A5

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

161,405 mi
Last recorded161,405 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2011 Audi A578,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 TZX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 161,405 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays loose

Fail 4 Mar 2024 161,402 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays loose

Pass 8 Mar 2023 121,337 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 121,302 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 116,093 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 107,572 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 93,937 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 30 May 2019 81,106 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 66,396 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 52,854 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 37,722 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear control arm (2.4.G.2)

Under trays fitted

Fail 31 May 2016 37,722 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear control arm (2.4.G.2)

Under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,235 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 28,211 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 23,837 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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BN61 TZX is a 2011 Audi A5 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2011 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 78,030 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 BN61 TZX, 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 15 years old, this Audi A5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN61 TZX registered?

BN61 TZX is a 2011 Audi A5, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is BN61 TZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 TZX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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