BU09 USL

2009 AUDI — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
AUDI
Year
2009
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
RED
Engine
1968 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
23 February 2027 (254 days away)
Last recorded mileage
68,041 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 58/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2009 Audi has 13 MOT tests on record with a 85% pass rate and 68,041 miles. The car has been off-road for significant periods, raising questions about its maintenance and true condition.

The vehicle shows a suspiciously low average of 585 miles/year from 2023 to 2026, despite a normal 11,299 miles/year average for its earlier life.

Things to check

  • Mileage anomaly: 585 miles/year recorded from 2023 to 2026, indicating prolonged inactivity.
  • Recurring brake advisories: Recorded in Mar 2020 and Mar 2023, suggesting a pattern of wear.
  • Off-road history: Vehicle was off-road for significant periods, impacting maintenance and condition.
  • High-risk diesel engine: Known for timing chain and turbocharger issues, common on this model.

Working in its favour

  • Clean MOT pass record: 6 consecutive passes with no failures recorded.
  • Long MOT validity: Valid MOT until February 2027, offering peace of mind for the next two years.
  • No dangerous defects: No DANGEROUS-rated defects recorded in the MOT history.
  • Consistent mileage: Normal annual usage of 11,299 miles/yr before the significant drop.

Mileage history

Jun 2012: 68,041 mi FAILJun 2012: 68,042 mi PASSJun 2013: 94,613 mi FAILMar 2014: 114,705 mi PASSJul 2015: 125,829 mi PASSOct 2016: 137,384 mi PASSApr 2018: 154,395 mi PASSMar 2019: 167,710 mi PASSMar 2020: 177,419 mi PASSMar 2021: 179,417 mi PASSMar 2022: 187,370 mi PASSMar 2023: 192,163 mi PASSFeb 2026: 193,884 mi PASS194k131k68kJun 2012Feb 2026

MOT test history — 11/13 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2012 FAIL 68,041 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Jun 2012 PASS 68,042 mi None recorded
Jun 2013 FAIL 94,613 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
FAIL Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Mar 2014 PASS 114,705 mi None recorded
Jul 2015 PASS 125,829 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
USER ENTERED sill trims fitted
Oct 2016 PASS 137,384 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Power steering tight on lock to lock
ADVISORY Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring inspection of some components
Apr 2018 PASS 154,395 mi None recorded
Mar 2019 PASS 167,710 mi None recorded
Mar 2020 PASS 177,419 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Mar 2021 PASS 179,417 mi
ADVISORY Rear advise pads low
Mar 2022 PASS 187,370 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Mar 2023 PASS 192,163 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Feb 2026 PASS 193,884 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BU09 USL, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.