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AUDI A52007 · 3.0L DIESEL

FD57 EJC

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2007 AUDI A5 is a DIESEL vehicle with a 2967cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 166,777.

MOT
Expired
Expires 14/06/2018
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2007
Engine
2967cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of passed, but the maintenance history presents a critical warning regarding the integrity of critical components. The most recent test on 2026-06-17 at 166,777 miles was passed, indicating that the engine and drivetrain have remained structurally sound to date, though this does not negate the presence of significant mechanical faults recorded prior to that date. The trend of maintenance failure is not stable; rather, it appears to be worsening over time, with the most severe issues identified in the 2017 test at 166,777 miles, suggesting that the vehicle has likely been neglected or serviced inadequately in recent years. Regarding the mileage pattern, the data reveals a distinct gap between the 2017 test and the 2015 test, with a significant accumulation of miles between 2015 and 2017. The vehicle experienced a rapid increase in mileage between 143,592 and 166,777 miles, which is inconsistent with the typical 8,778 miles per year for an 19-year-old car. This rapid growth suggests that the owner may have been using the vehicle heavily or that the mileage counting has been inaccurate, implying that the vehicle has been driven at a high rate of speed or distance over a short period. In terms of the specific faults identified, the vehicle exhibits a severe pattern of wear and tear that requires immediate attention. The 2017 test revealed multiple critical issues including coolant and oil leaks, nearside fog lamp malfunctions, and excessive play in suspension ball joints. These problems indicate that the vehicle has likely undergone major overhauls or was driven in harsh conditions, such as snow or mud, which would accelerate wear on the drivetrain and suspension. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of these critical components, as the presence of excessive ball joint play and near-limit tyre wear strongly suggests that the vehicle is in a state of imminent risk of failure.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 6/12/2026, 10:43:56 AM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of passed, but the maintenance history presents a critical warning regarding the integrity of critical components. The most recent test on 2026-06-17 at 166,777 miles was passed, indicating that the engine and drivetrain have remained structurally sound to date, though this does not negate the presence of significant mechanical faults recorded prior to that date. The trend of maintenance failure is not stable; rather, it appears to be worsening over time, with the most severe issues identified in the 2017 test at 166,777 miles, suggesting that the vehicle has likely been neglected or serviced inadequately in recent years. Regarding the mileage pattern, the data reveals a distinct gap between the 2017 test and the 2015 test, with a significant accumulation of miles between 2015 and 2017. The vehicle experienced a rapid increase in mileage between 143,592 and 166,777 miles, which is inconsistent with the typical 8,778 miles per year for an 19-year-old car. This rapid growth suggests that the owner may have been using the vehicle heavily or that the mileage counting has been inaccurate, implying that the vehicle has been driven at a high rate of speed or distance over a short period. In terms of the specific faults identified, the vehicle exhibits a severe pattern of wear and tear that requires immediate attention. The 2017 test revealed multiple critical issues including coolant and oil leaks, nearside fog lamp malfunctions, and excessive play in suspension ball joints. These problems indicate that the vehicle has likely undergone major overhauls or was driven in harsh conditions, such as snow or mud, which would accelerate wear on the drivetrain and suspension. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of these critical components, as the presence of excessive ball joint play and near-limit tyre wear strongly suggests that the vehicle is in a state of imminent risk of failure.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2007, this Audi A5 with plate FD57 EJC has undergone 5 MOT inspections since June 2015.

With 3 passes and 2 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 60%. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 9 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”; “Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)”; “Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)”.

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ADVISORY