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BG08 BMY

2008 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,565 mi
Last recorded118,565 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 BMY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 118,565 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 115,365 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 100,021 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 100,010 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 86,878 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 82,687 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 81,586 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge sidewall inner [splits] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 79,692 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Apr 2017 78,015 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 76,613 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 74,138 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 70,148 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 22 Mar 2013 65,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 55,577 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2011 46,120 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 46,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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BG08 BMY is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol 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 BG08 BMY, 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 BG08 BMY registered?

BG08 BMY is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is BG08 BMY safe to buy?

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