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A5 XLF

2011 Audi A5

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

70,370 mi
Last recorded70,370 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A578,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XLF
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 70,370 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres slight wearing inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to centre exhaust sleeve

Pass 24 Feb 2025 60,806 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion to centre exhaust sleeve

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2024 55,327 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 49,072 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 49,072 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 42,928 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 37,345 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 36,652 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 35,630 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 32,741 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 27,684 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 20,678 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 19,460 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES DAMAGED ON OUTER EDGES

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jul 2014 16,745 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 XLF is a 2011 Audi A5 in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 XLF, 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.

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What year was A5 XLF registered?

A5 XLF is a 2011 Audi A5, first registered on 20 July 2011.

Is A5 XLF safe to buy?

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