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LV57 HCO

2007 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

134,623 mi
Last recorded134,623 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 HCO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 134,623 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 127,731 miles

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Subframe components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 120,970 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 112,848 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 112,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2021 107,765 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2021 107,765 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 99,850 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 93,235 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2018 93,235 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 89,267 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 84,663 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 73,723 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 71,047 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 49,484 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 40,632 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 32,562 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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LV57 HCO is a 2007 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LV57 HCO, 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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LV57 HCO is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 1 November 2007.

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