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CN08 VSD

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

245,086 mi
Last recorded245,086 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN08 VSD
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 245,086 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 233,560 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 228,830 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 219,479 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 200,238 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 200,238 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Front discs worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2018 183,852 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 183,843 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2017 160,371 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 139,814 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 122,055 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 102,380 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 82,364 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 63,427 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 63,423 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,194 miles

Offside Rear 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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CN08 VSD is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CN08 VSD, 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.

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What year was CN08 VSD registered?

CN08 VSD is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is CN08 VSD safe to buy?

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