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AP59 LEJ

2009 Audi A5

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,907 mi
Last recorded30,907 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP59 LEJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 30,907 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 30,907 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2025 29,210 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Lower @ caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Upper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 26,856 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 24,252 miles

Centre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded/ broken but not leaking

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 22,085 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 19,515 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 18,157 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 11,636 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 6,972 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 3,478 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 3,196 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 2,852 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 2,361 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 2,005 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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AP59 LEJ is a 2009 Audi A5 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AP59 LEJ, 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 AP59 LEJ registered?

AP59 LEJ is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AP59 LEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP59 LEJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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