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AU08 MRX

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,463 mi
Last recorded114,463 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 MRX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 114,463 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 109,867 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 105,469 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 101,709 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 97,415 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 97,415 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 95,754 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear heat shield loose

Pass 29 Aug 2018 85,710 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 85,710 miles

Nearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 76,030 miles

Central Front exhaust clamp corroded and loose

Pass 27 Aug 2016 68,609 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 59,955 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 47,620 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 41,222 miles

Front tyres 3-4mm also offside rear tyre 3-4mm

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,358 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 25,664 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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AU08 MRX is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU08 MRX, 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 AU08 MRX registered?

AU08 MRX is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is AU08 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 MRX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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