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YT59 MKM

2009 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

153,441 mi
Last recorded153,441 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 MKM
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 153,441 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip and cracking N/S lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect leaking, slight free play (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 153,438 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower rear arm boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip and cracking N/S lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect leaking, slight free play (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 141,472 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2021 141,472 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 131,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside wiper smearing

Pass 2 Dec 2019 116,498 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2019 116,497 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 103,355 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 95,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn thin on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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 Oct 2016 88,829 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 86,774 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 75,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Nov 2014 75,748 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

COOLANT LEVEL LOW

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres wearing abnormally on inner edges. advise wheel alignment check.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2013 67,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 66,966 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 66,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 58,592 miles

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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YT59 MKM is a 2009 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YT59 MKM, 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 YT59 MKM registered?

YT59 MKM is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is YT59 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 MKM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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