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DG09 EAX

2009 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

172,875 mi
Last recorded172,875 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 EAX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 172,875 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 158,669 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 158,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 155,417 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 153,588 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 151,208 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 148,227 miles

Fuel tank heat shield becoming insecure

Fail 18 Jan 2020 148,143 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper rear most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant below minimum

Fuel tank heat shield becoming insecure

Pass 22 Jan 2019 143,570 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 139,280 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 133,739 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 123,581 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 116,037 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 96,806 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 96,804 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 75,174 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 53,114 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 12 Mar 2012 53,114 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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DG09 EAX is a 2009 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DG09 EAX, 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 DG09 EAX registered?

DG09 EAX is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is DG09 EAX safe to buy?

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