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BV08 HFL

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

154,917 mi
Last recorded154,917 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 HFL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 154,917 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2026 154,789 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 149,422 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2025 149,279 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2024 149,082 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 135,993 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 127,277 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 118,488 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 106,250 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 102,697 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 96,555 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 73,737 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 63,190 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 50,596 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 36,935 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 36,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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BV08 HFL is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BV08 HFL, 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 BV08 HFL registered?

BV08 HFL is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 HFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 HFL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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