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BG13 VHF

2013 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,808 mi
Last recorded104,808 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A570,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 VHF
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 104,808 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 96,999 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2024 88,762 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2023 81,906 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 78,277 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 78,277 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 72,570 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 64,425 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 58,709 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 53,610 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Aug 2018 53,447 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Aug 2017 47,018 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 39,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit less than 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit less than 3mm (4.1.E.1)

tyres 255/35/19Y

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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BG13 VHF is a 2013 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 70,884 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 BG13 VHF, 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 13 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 BG13 VHF registered?

BG13 VHF is a 2013 Audi A5, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is BG13 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 VHF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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