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BD08 HUU

2008 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 3197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,365 mi
Last recorded172,365 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 HUU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 172,365 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 159,861 miles

Under tray fitted.

Pass 7 Aug 2014 146,868 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 126,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 126,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2012 103,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Enigine Management Light On.

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 63,341 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Fail 19 May 2011 63,341 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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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BD08 HUU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 3,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD08 HUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD08 HUU registered?

BD08 HUU is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is BD08 HUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 HUU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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