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KR57 DWU

2007 Audi A5

Red Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

161,794 mi
Last recorded161,794 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 DWU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 161,794 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Chassis/subframes corroded

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2024 161,588 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 160,721 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 160,017 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 157,028 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 136,078 miles

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 117,273 miles

both front tyres worn off on edges

Pass 17 May 2017 104,189 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 99,115 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 83,641 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 82,136 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 75,843 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 65,044 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 65,044 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 54,410 miles

nsf top arm front ball joint gaiter split

Pass 30 Nov 2010 41,872 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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KR57 DWU is a 2007 Audi A5 in Red with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KR57 DWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KR57 DWU registered?

KR57 DWU is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is KR57 DWU safe to buy?

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