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BU09 XFX

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

188,916 mi
Last recorded188,916 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 XFX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 188,916 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 166,973 miles

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

undertrays and sill covers fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Feb 2025 166,736 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward ball joint boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays and sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Feb 2024 159,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm - On legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 159,279 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2022 147,619 miles

Rear subframe and prescribed areas need cleaning and waxoiling

underbody covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2021 140,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2021 140,727 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 128,800 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 119,776 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 107,326 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Aug 2018 107,305 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both inner & outer. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2017 96,604 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 86,893 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 69,827 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 60,138 miles

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

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)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 44,760 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 30,480 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 30,449 miles

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

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

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)

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 XFX is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BU09 XFX, 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 XFX registered?

BU09 XFX is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 18 May 2009.

Is BU09 XFX safe to buy?

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