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AB08 BYG

2018 Audi A5

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,469 mi
Last recorded62,469 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A541,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BYG
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 62,469 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 62,469 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 55,404 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 48,636 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 38,594 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 30,833 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 24,828 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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AB08 BYG is a 2018 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 41,510 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 AB08 BYG, 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 8 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 BYG registered?

AB08 BYG is a 2018 Audi A5, first registered on 12 July 2018.

Is AB08 BYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 BYG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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