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FV59 ZDL

2010 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

177,543 mi
Last recorded177,543 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 ZDL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 177,543 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 143,426 miles

Central Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 123,236 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 119,964 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 116,972 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 110,793 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 108,242 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 108,242 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 100,319 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 91,465 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 70,730 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 56,826 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 44,372 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 34,075 miles

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 ZDL is a 2010 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 FV59 ZDL, 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.

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What year was FV59 ZDL registered?

FV59 ZDL is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 1 February 2010.

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The MOT history for FV59 ZDL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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