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SFZ 8287

2010 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,764 mi
Last recorded139,764 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2010 Audi A582,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFZ 8287
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 139,764 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 129,167 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 118,434 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 108,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has slight damage on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel due to slight play in column universal joint by rack (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 108,850 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions also has a nail in (5.2.3 (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has slight damage on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel due to slight play in column universal joint by rack (2.3 (a) (i))

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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SFZ 8287 is a 2010 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 SFZ 8287, 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 SFZ 8287 registered?

SFZ 8287 is a 2010 Audi A5, first registered on 21 January 2010.

Is SFZ 8287 safe to buy?

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