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BN08 NRV

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

154,321 mi
Last recorded154,321 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 NRV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 154,321 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 4 Mar 2022 154,300 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2021 136,791 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 146,791 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 145,831 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 143,437 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 137,652 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 114,503 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

e.m.l light on dash

Fail 28 Feb 2015 100,356 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 100,356 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 90,810 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside rear tyre tread distorting

Offside rear tyre tread distorting

Pass 2 Mar 2012 66,790 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 51,113 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)

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 NRV is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN08 NRV, 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 BN08 NRV registered?

BN08 NRV is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is BN08 NRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NRV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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