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BN08 NNU

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,165 mi
Last recorded135,165 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 NNU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 135,165 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 128,306 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 119,110 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 104,015 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 97,866 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 92,397 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 90,751 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 90,751 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 88,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 85,857 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 80,509 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn bold from inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 76,188 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 76,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 71,072 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 71,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 63,701 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 53,118 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 42,745 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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BN08 NNU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN08 NNU, 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

How do I check the history of BN08 NNU?

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What year was BN08 NNU registered?

BN08 NNU is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is BN08 NNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NNU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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