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C13 DLB

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,879 mi
Last recorded126,879 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 DLB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 126,879 miles

Emissions to weak to read

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2025 124,981 miles

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2024 121,626 miles

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2023 116,343 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Pass 1 Feb 2022 111,024 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 108,989 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 105,955 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 103,313 miles

Centre exhaust mount corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2017 95,629 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 87,354 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 79,091 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 71,429 miles

Both rear tyres wearing thin and stepped on inner edges

Exhaust clamp [centre] broken

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 63,732 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 55,737 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 48,975 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 46,382 miles

borderline damage to nearside front tyre outer side wall (RECOMMEND NEW TYRE)

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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C13 DLB is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C13 DLB, 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 C13 DLB registered?

C13 DLB is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is C13 DLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C13 DLB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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