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DE08 UHU

2008 Audi A5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

243,446 mi
Last recorded243,446 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 UHU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 243,446 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Nov 2020 243,411 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

engine oil leak

Pass 21 May 2019 224,975 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 220,045 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

bonnet safety catch sticking

both front upper arm inner bushes worn/split o/s n/s

Pass 22 May 2017 210,406 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2016 196,792 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 183,346 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2014 166,518 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 145,051 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 May 2013 144,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2012 111,787 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 80,663 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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DE08 UHU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE08 UHU, 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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DE08 UHU is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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