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Outstanding Recall

2010 Audi A5 3.0L Diesel · EXZ 4053

EXZ 4053

2010 Audi A5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 19/03/2010. Recorded mileage 93,619 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
AUDI A5
Year / Origin
2010 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 23/01/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
93,619 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 23/01/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2010
Engine
2967cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent MOT pass on 22 January 2025. The maintenance trend appears exceptionally stable, as the record shows no recorded defects or advisories across multiple years of testing. This lack of flagged issues suggests a vehicle that has been kept in good mechanical order, though the two failures in January 2023 and January 2025 were resolved almost immediately. The odometer shows 93,619 miles, which is low for a 2010 model. The mileage accumulation has remained consistent over the last three years, rising from 84,607 miles in January 2023 to 93,619 miles by January 2025. This indicates regular, light use rather than long periods of standing, which typically reduces the risk of perished seals or seized brake calipers. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. Vehicles of this age often develop corrosion on the subframes or wear in the suspension bushes that may not reach a failure threshold during a standard test. Checking for oil leaks around the engine and gearbox is also advisable given the low annual mileage. The absence of any recorded advisories regarding brake disc thickness or tyre tread suggests a disciplined approach to consumable replacement. A technician should verify the current condition of the timing belt and water pump, as these are critical service items that the MOT test does not evaluate but are essential for the longevity of this specific engine.

EXZ 4053 Key Findings

  • 10 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2025
  • 93,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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EXZ 4053 Mileage History

  1. 23/05/201851,911 mi
  2. 17/05/201959,131 mi+7,220 mi
  3. 26/11/202067,417 mi+8,286 mi
  4. 11/01/202274,121 mi+6,704 mi
  5. 13/01/202274,121 mi
  6. 16/01/202384,607 mi+10,486 mi
  7. 24/01/202384,657 mi+50 mi
  8. 23/01/202490,520 mi+5,863 mi
  9. 20/01/202593,619 mi+3,099 mi
  10. 22/01/202593,619 mi

Average of roughly 6,254 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.

EXZ 4053 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 17:07
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Audi A5 (EXZ 4053) between May 2018 and January 2025.

The record contains 7 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 22 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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