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VU61 HDC

2011 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,150 mi
Last recorded182,150 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2011 Audi A578,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 HDC
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 182,150 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

osf and nsf lower rear arms rear bushes have slight play

Pass 12 Apr 2019 177,174 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 156,479 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 145,081 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2017 145,067 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 134,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

acceleration not detected,no emission printout.

Fail 31 Mar 2016 134,949 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

acceleration not detected,no emission printout.

Pass 16 Jul 2014 115,704 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jul 2014 115,216 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VU61 HDC is a 2011 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 78,030 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 VU61 HDC, 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 15 years old, this Audi A5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU61 HDC registered?

VU61 HDC is a 2011 Audi A5, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is VU61 HDC safe to buy?

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