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BU53 NEL

2021 Audi A5

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,905 mi
Last recorded48,905 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Audi A529,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 NEL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 48,905 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2025 43,184 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 43,184 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 39,765 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 38,433 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 29,477 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 34,173 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 28,114 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 18,210 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 9,379 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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BU53 NEL is a 2021 Audi A5 in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2021 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 29,569 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 BU53 NEL, 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 5 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 NEL registered?

BU53 NEL is a 2021 Audi A5, first registered on 4 May 2021.

Is BU53 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 NEL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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