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BG59 MVN

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,695 mi
Last recorded159,695 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 MVN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 159,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2026 159,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 225-40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 153,434 miles

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 153,335 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 140,769 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 140,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2022 129,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/4018 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2022 129,496 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced led in mirror (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/4018 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 124,828 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2x rear seats ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust join clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 120,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 245/4018 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 114,880 miles

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

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

exhaust clamp corroded and broken exhaust

Pass 22 Oct 2018 109,450 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 109,450 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 103,769 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 103,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 99,208 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

unable to check rear seats and seatbelts due to customers belongings

Fail 28 Sep 2016 99,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

unable to check rear seats and seatbelts due to customers belongings

Pass 30 Sep 2015 93,670 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 84,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 73,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2012 63,153 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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BG59 MVN is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BG59 MVN, 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.

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What year was BG59 MVN registered?

BG59 MVN is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 20 November 2009.

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