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AO58 ULZ

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

280,528 mi
Last recorded280,528 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO58 ULZ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 280,528 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 7 Dec 2022 258,069 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 239,047 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 219,895 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre bulb (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity All rear lights (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Offside rear and Offside front weak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 219,895 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn one in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn one in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre bulb (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity All rear lights (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible to dirty to see (0.1 (b))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Offside rear and Offside front weak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 189,463 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

knock to steering

Pass 27 Apr 2018 174,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 158,493 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 140,236 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 140,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 139,951 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Engine Management Light Illuminated

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front 2 Nails In Tyre

Nearside Rear Nail In Tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 118,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine light on dash

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

washer bottle leaking

Pass 28 Nov 2013 109,280 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 105,808 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 105,808 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 91,538 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 91,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AO58 ULZ is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 90,826 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 AO58 ULZ, 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 18 years old, this Audi A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO58 ULZ registered?

AO58 ULZ is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is AO58 ULZ safe to buy?

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