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DY59 WHP

2009 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,107 mi
Last recorded145,107 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 WHP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 145,107 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear both sides rear tyres wearing and nearing 2mm

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2024 138,372 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing and nearing 2mm

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 27 Dec 2023 131,955 miles

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 30 Dec 2022 126,551 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 126,493 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 120,833 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

vibration felt through vehicle at idle

Fail 17 Dec 2021 120,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/19 96y splits all round inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure splits all round inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

vibration felt through vehicle at idle

Pass 16 Dec 2020 114,953 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 106,052 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 99,610 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 99,610 miles

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

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 93,221 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 79,731 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 65,061 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 65,061 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Rear exhaust sleeve corroded and loose (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 48,847 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 43,997 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 38,659 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside headlamp washer not working

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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DY59 WHP is a 2009 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 DY59 WHP, 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 DY59 WHP registered?

DY59 WHP is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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