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GW55 AUD

2007 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,851 mi
Last recorded126,851 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 AUD
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 126,851 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 126,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 116,267 miles

Engine covers and Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 116,263 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Engine covers and Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 108,359 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake pads getting low

unable to check rear seatbacks or seatbelts

Fail 23 Nov 2020 108,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake pads getting low

unable to check rear seatbacks or seatbelts

Pass 20 Nov 2019 102,484 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 93,977 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 93,977 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 85,374 miles

both rear tyres bald inner edge

engine management light on

Pass 24 Nov 2016 76,180 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 67,098 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 58,277 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Oct 2013 47,624 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 37,862 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,009 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 20,240 miles

both rear tyres,tread worn to 3mm and perishing/cracking

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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GW55 AUD is a 2007 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GW55 AUD, 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 GW55 AUD registered?

GW55 AUD is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is GW55 AUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 AUD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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