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DN10 XAE

2010 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

206,176 mi
Last recorded206,176 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN10 XAE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 206,176 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 183,865 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 169,521 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 156,649 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 138,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 125,144 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 104,978 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 104,975 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 91,379 miles

Engine covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 77,842 miles

emissions to clean to get a result

oil temperature not tested no dipstick

Pass 16 Jun 2016 69,698 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 62,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 54,791 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 47,033 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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DN10 XAE is a 2010 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DN10 XAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN10 XAE registered?

DN10 XAE is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 4 June 2010.

Is DN10 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN10 XAE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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