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CU57 RCY

2007 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,549 mi
Last recorded149,549 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU57 RCY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 149,549 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inc subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 149,542 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

excess movement rear diff rubber mount **strong advise**

Pass 6 Sep 2023 148,238 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 145,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear brake back plate missing

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 145,874 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake back plate loose

Offside Rear brake back plate missing

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

exhaust sleeve slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 Jul 2021 142,514 miles

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 126,192 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 122,584 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2018 118,781 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine malfunction light staying on

Pass 14 Apr 2017 109,444 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 92,081 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 75,315 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 59,773 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 44,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 44,006 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 40,630 miles

n/s/f tyre small cut in outer wall

Pass 2 Jul 2011 33,274 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 33,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 25,101 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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CU57 RCY is a 2007 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CU57 RCY, 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.

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What year was CU57 RCY registered?

CU57 RCY is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is CU57 RCY safe to buy?

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