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HB04 SAM

2010 Audi A5

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,575 mi
Last recorded68,575 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB04 SAM
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 68,575 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 63,748 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 59,996 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 56,641 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 48,637 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 40,173 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 35,072 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,888 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2018 31,457 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 13 Jul 2018 31,451 miles

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 29,682 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2016 27,051 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,215 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear and n/s front tyre treads cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2014 20,631 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 19,968 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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HB04 SAM is a 2010 Audi A5 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HB04 SAM, 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 HB04 SAM registered?

HB04 SAM is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 24 November 2010.

Is HB04 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HB04 SAM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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