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YX59 UWZ

2009 Audi A5

Beige Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

211,452 mi
Last recorded211,452 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi A585,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 UWZ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 211,452 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 208,198 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Sep 2022 204,712 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 201,589 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 201,576 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 198,971 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2020 198,960 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 194,767 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 190,298 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2017 156,761 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 142,890 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 118,739 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 118,739 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 114,123 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 114,123 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 97,688 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 76,196 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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YX59 UWZ is a 2009 Audi A5 in Beige with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YX59 UWZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX59 UWZ registered?

YX59 UWZ is a 2009 Audi A5, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YX59 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX59 UWZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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