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AM53 LKA

2021 Audi A5

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,324 mi
Last recorded54,324 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2021 Audi A529,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 LKA
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 54,324 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 49,746 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 163,246 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 150,355 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 141,611 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin just met the pass requirements (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in swept area B, size within pass limits (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 139,126 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 127,298 miles

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

slight play at front wheels

Pass 1 Jul 2019 115,421 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 98,316 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 81,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 61,895 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 55,673 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 47,552 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 47,552 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 38,300 miles

vehicle geometry check may be required

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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AM53 LKA is a 2021 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2021 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 29,569 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 AM53 LKA, 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 5 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM53 LKA registered?

AM53 LKA is a 2021 Audi A5, first registered on 20 December 2021.

Is AM53 LKA safe to buy?

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