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BU09 UTX

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

156,571 mi
Last recorded156,571 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UTX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 156,571 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 149,426 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 138,774 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 130,266 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 121,547 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 109,111 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 104,211 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 99,252 miles

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

engine covers fitted undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

offside front tyre wall cuts but not down to cords

Fail 13 Jun 2017 99,252 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

engine covers fitted undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

offside front tyre wall cuts but not down to cords

Pass 26 Apr 2016 89,269 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1n)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 79,530 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 67,347 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 59,457 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,650 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise off side rear inner tyre wall damaged

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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BU09 UTX is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BU09 UTX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU09 UTX registered?

BU09 UTX is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 13 August 2009.

Is BU09 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UTX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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