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BK08 CYU

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,645 mi
Last recorded150,645 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 CYU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 150,645 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 134,754 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 123,847 miles

Both front tyres have slight cuts

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight reduced damping effect

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight reduced damping effect

Pass 27 Feb 2016 114,481 miles

EML shows fault

Fail 27 Feb 2016 114,481 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

EML shows fault

Pass 23 Feb 2015 99,648 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 99,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

225/35/19

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Near side rear shock leaking.

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 85,623 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 70,861 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 63,417 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 63,417 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 53,207 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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BK08 CYU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BK08 CYU, 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 BK08 CYU registered?

BK08 CYU is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BK08 CYU safe to buy?

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