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EX57 ELV

2007 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

195,914 mi
Last recorded195,914 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX57 ELV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 195,914 miles

Both front + Nsr tyres have slight splits in sidewalls, not yet through to cords

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 188,497 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 181,078 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm + cut outer sidewall, not yet through to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald edges + split sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 173,623 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre, slight splits inner sidewall

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 166,140 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 157,987 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing low inner edge

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 146,178 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 133,863 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 122,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has cracks on sidewalls

Nearside Rear Tyre has cracks on sidewalls

Offside Front Tyre has cracks on sidewalls

Pass 4 Sep 2015 111,694 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 100,490 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2013 94,830 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 78,739 miles

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

engine managment light on, indicating engine fault

Fail 25 Aug 2012 78,739 miles

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

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

engine managment light on, indicating engine fault

Pass 20 Aug 2011 60,101 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 43,002 miles

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

Offside Front 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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EX57 ELV is a 2007 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 EX57 ELV, 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.

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What year was EX57 ELV registered?

EX57 ELV is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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