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SV57 CFX

2007 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

152,619 mi
Last recorded152,619 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV57 CFX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2026 152,619 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Fuel pipe insecure fuel filter [floor area] (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear showing 3 to 4mm and worn bald on inside edges [no cords showing ] (5.2.3 (e))

alternator belt showing signs of cracking

brake pad wear indicator light illuminated on dash [pads showing wear]

covers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some components

offside front lower fog light not working

rear exhaust heat shields deteriorated and insecure

Pass 29 Apr 2025 142,860 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 142,858 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2024 123,975 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 114,639 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 114,626 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 106,396 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 96,547 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 87,742 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 81,658 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 79,383 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 72,612 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 69,534 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 64,836 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 57,660 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 50,601 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 37,130 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 37,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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SV57 CFX 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 77.8%.

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 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 SV57 CFX, 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 SV57 CFX registered?

SV57 CFX is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 22 October 2007.

Is SV57 CFX safe to buy?

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