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DG10 TFZ

2010 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

150,987 mi
Last recorded150,987 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG10 TFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 150,987 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 150,931 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2025 144,408 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2024 138,774 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2024 138,770 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 132,438 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 124,009 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 May 2022 124,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 112,520 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 106,122 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 98,326 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

coolant level on min

Pass 8 Jun 2018 81,687 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 60,698 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 57,773 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Nov 2015 54,398 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 50,355 miles

Smoke meter not registered due to low flow model,(no visible smoke).

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2014 50,355 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

N/S/F tyre has a cut in outer wall, no evidence of cord visible at present.

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

Smoke meter not registered due to low flow model,(no visible smoke).

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 43,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

offside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,131 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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DG10 TFZ is a 2010 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2010 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 82,794 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 DG10 TFZ, 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 16 years old, this Audi A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG10 TFZ registered?

DG10 TFZ is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 1 May 2010.

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