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BG59 OTD

2009 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,688 mi
Last recorded177,688 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 OTD
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 177,688 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Chassis/subframes corroded

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 May 2025 167,166 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 158,141 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 157,001 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 155,534 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 152,240 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 136,234 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 136,234 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 120,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

full undertrays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 21 Aug 2017 108,724 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 104,662 miles

Central Exhaust clamp corroded

Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 94,431 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 83,837 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 69,453 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 53,536 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 OTD is a 2009 Audi A5 in White 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 BG59 OTD, 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 OTD registered?

BG59 OTD is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 2 December 2009.

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