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FV59 VBM

2010 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

171,675 mi
Last recorded171,675 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 VBM
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 171,675 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 154,461 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 154,458 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 134,803 miles

All 4 tyres worn at inner edges, replacement advised.

Pass 10 Dec 2016 128,410 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 108,018 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2015 108,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 125,664 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 125,664 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 104,635 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front shocker damp

Pass 7 Dec 2012 89,899 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FV59 VBM is a 2010 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2010 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 82,794 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 FV59 VBM, 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 16 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 FV59 VBM registered?

FV59 VBM is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 11 January 2010.

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The MOT history for FV59 VBM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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