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DX57 VHR

2007 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

127,374 mi
Last recorded127,374 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX57 VHR
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 127,374 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

undertrays obscuring view of testable items

Fail 8 Sep 2025 127,374 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

undertrays obscuring view of testable items

Pass 2 Sep 2024 125,605 miles

engine covers and undertrays obscuring view of testable items

Pass 31 Aug 2023 123,857 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Aug 2023 123,857 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Aug 2022 121,407 miles

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

Nearside Front arch cover catching wheel

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 117,099 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

eml light cleared before mot

Fail 1 Sep 2021 117,099 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

eml light cleared before mot

Pass 9 Sep 2020 112,610 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 112,610 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 107,397 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 101,827 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 98,836 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 96,065 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 96,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 92,560 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 91,768 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 86,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 81,430 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 78,668 miles

nearside rear shocker damp

Pass 4 Dec 2012 65,011 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,604 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 36,979 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 32,957 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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DX57 VHR is a 2007 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 DX57 VHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX57 VHR registered?

DX57 VHR is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is DX57 VHR safe to buy?

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