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X29 DES

2011 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,224 mi
Last recorded85,224 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A578,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX29 DES
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 85,224 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 12 Nov 2024 76,058 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

small chip in windscreen

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Nov 2023 71,071 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 63,722 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Dec 2021 57,717 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Nov 2020 50,492 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2019 47,687 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2018 40,678 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 34,993 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front tyre slightly worn inner edge

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (2/3mm) (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2016 25,384 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2015 17,023 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2014 11,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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X29 DES is a 2011 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 X29 DES, 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 X29 DES registered?

X29 DES is a 2011 Audi A5, first registered on 24 December 2011.

Is X29 DES safe to buy?

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