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BV58 OCL

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

207,566 mi
Last recorded207,566 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 OCL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 207,566 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 203,885 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 201,930 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 197,686 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 197,686 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2021 199,777 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 186,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 182,293 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 177,916 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2017 171,509 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 150,126 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 112,275 miles

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

n/s/r tyre on 3mm

o/s/f tyre on 2mm

o/s/r tyre on 2mm

Pass 6 Oct 2014 82,427 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 50,866 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 50,866 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 29,157 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 29,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 21,955 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 21,955 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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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BV58 OCL is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BV58 OCL, 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 BV58 OCL registered?

BV58 OCL is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is BV58 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 OCL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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