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BJ08 VTL

2008 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

179,307 mi
Last recorded179,307 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VTL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2023 179,307 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 170,674 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 170,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 159,271 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 159,268 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 140,420 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 124,083 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 104,522 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 101,357 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 96,628 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 86,236 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 80,769 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 74,516 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 57,929 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 39,585 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 39,585 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 26,839 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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BJ08 VTL is a 2008 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BJ08 VTL, 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 BJ08 VTL registered?

BJ08 VTL is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is BJ08 VTL safe to buy?

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