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BR08 HOS

2013 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

179,568 mi
Last recorded179,568 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A570,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBR08 HOS
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 179,568 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 179,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 168,530 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 148,925 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 130,302 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 110,719 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 92,917 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 77,056 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 66,597 miles

Both rear tyres stepped/worn on inner edges

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 56,535 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 52,534 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 44,033 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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BR08 HOS is a 2013 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 70,884 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 BR08 HOS, 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 13 years old, this Audi A5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BR08 HOS registered?

BR08 HOS is a 2013 Audi A5, first registered on 25 May 2013.

Is BR08 HOS safe to buy?

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