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AV61 DHJ

2011 Audi A5

White Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

224,382 mi
Last recorded224,382 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A578,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 DHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 224,382 miles

Slight smell of diesel fumes under bonnet

Fail 26 Sep 2025 224,382 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Connecting rod (4.1.5 (a))

Slight smell of diesel fumes under bonnet

Pass 26 Sep 2024 220,369 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 215,396 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 213,161 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 202,233 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 200,304 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 200,304 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking bleed screw (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 193,353 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 179,717 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Slight smear front wipers.

Fail 11 Sep 2018 179,717 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Slight smear front wipers.

Pass 22 Aug 2017 173,616 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

no emissions given (0%

Pass 1 Sep 2016 153,552 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 153,552 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 133,244 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 101,435 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 101,435 miles

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

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

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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AV61 DHJ is a 2011 Audi A5 in White with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AV61 DHJ, 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 AV61 DHJ registered?

AV61 DHJ is a 2011 Audi A5, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is AV61 DHJ safe to buy?

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