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FA07 LFE

2007 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

156,431 mi
Last recorded156,431 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA07 LFE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 156,431 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 151,292 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 151,269 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm ball joint in the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sunstrip fitted to front windscreen not effection drivers view of road

Pass 12 Jan 2024 140,843 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 128,778 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 113,042 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2021 113,042 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 110,472 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 107,971 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 107,960 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 102,267 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 96,427 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 88,722 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 82,075 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 73,633 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 66,814 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 56,472 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 44,336 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 44,336 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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FA07 LFE is a 2007 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FA07 LFE, 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 FA07 LFE registered?

FA07 LFE is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 27 July 2007.

Is FA07 LFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA07 LFE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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