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HJ57 GXL

2007 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

143,115 mi
Last recorded143,115 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 GXL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 143,115 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 139,276 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 134,590 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 129,434 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2023 129,414 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 122,574 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 112,862 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 103,830 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 93,752 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 90,704 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 85,695 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 81,885 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 77,595 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 71,003 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 64,796 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 59,944 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 47,233 miles

Both washer jets partially blocked.

Front tyres Bald on inner edge.

NS inner tie rod slight play.

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

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

Rear tyres different size to front. (255 / 225)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 34,465 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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HJ57 GXL is a 2007 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 HJ57 GXL, 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 HJ57 GXL registered?

HJ57 GXL is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 20 September 2007.

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