I'm trying to download apps but it tells me I need a higher software, but it is already up todate
HElp
iPad, iOS 5.0.1
HElp
iPad, iOS 5.0.1
If your iPad has iOS 5.0.1 as is listed in your profile then it is not running the latest version of iOS which is 8.4.
It appears your iPad is the original model which is only capable of running 5.0.1. Hence Apple correctly say it is up to date for that model of iPad.
If you need torun these apps then you need to get a newer model of iPad.
I have only just brought it although being second hand, so I'm unable to download any apps, even eBay??
Correct. It is too old.
I'm trying to download apps but it tells me I need a higher software, but it is already up todate