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DX59 LXU

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

146,441 mi
Last recorded146,441 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 LXU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 146,441 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 135,650 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 120,506 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 110,498 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2019 110,497 miles

Nearside Lower Body component insecure outer sill trim insecure. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Road wheel badly distorted edge of alloy wheel curbed/damaged has sharp edge. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 91,005 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 74,798 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 59,704 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 54,238 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jun 2015 54,238 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2014 49,179 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2013 45,664 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 38,820 miles

rear tyres getting low on edges

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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DX59 LXU is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DX59 LXU, 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 DX59 LXU registered?

DX59 LXU is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is DX59 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX59 LXU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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