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YK59 VVM

2009 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,041 mi
Last recorded114,041 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 VVM
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 114,041 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 112,435 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 112,433 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 19 May 2022 112,032 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 111,859 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 111,859 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 107,713 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 98,945 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 85,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit now at 3mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit now at 3mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 79,118 miles

coolant stain on pipe on front of engine

eml illuminated

o/s/r tyre tread distorted

slight blow on centre exhaust joint

slight fluctuation on front brakes

Pass 2 Sep 2015 68,031 miles

Front pads wearing thin

Front tyres worn close to tyre manufactures wear indicators

Nearside rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 27 Aug 2014 50,751 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 40,103 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 28,855 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall cut

Fail 3 Sep 2012 28,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f tyre outer wall cut

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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YK59 VVM is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 85,569 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 YK59 VVM, 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 17 years old, this Audi A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YK59 VVM registered?

YK59 VVM is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is YK59 VVM safe to buy?

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