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BN57 XUO

2007 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

155,137 mi
Last recorded155,137 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 XUO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 155,137 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2024 151,342 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Ribbed belt damaged and frayed

Pass 22 Dec 2022 143,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 133,101 miles

both front tyres are worn

Pass 14 Oct 2020 128,585 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 122,754 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

front suspension upper arm bushes deteriorating

Fail 9 Apr 2019 122,746 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

front suspension upper arm bushes deteriorating

Pass 5 May 2018 120,474 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 107,696 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 96,667 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 86,833 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 86,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 75,147 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Small pin/nail in NSF tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2012 63,401 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 52,151 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 39,539 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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BN57 XUO is a 2007 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2007 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 94,951 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 BN57 XUO, 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 19 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 BN57 XUO registered?

BN57 XUO is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 7 September 2007.

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The MOT history for BN57 XUO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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