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DE08 WHB

2008 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

73,128 mi
Last recorded73,128 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 WHB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 73,128 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 68,768 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 60,278 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 55,500 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 50,994 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 49,825 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 46,603 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 43,884 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 41,643 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 40,166 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 38,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 35,837 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 33,259 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 30,190 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 30,190 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 25,335 miles

Wipers smearing screen

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 WHB is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 WHB, 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

How do I check the history of DE08 WHB?

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What year was DE08 WHB registered?

DE08 WHB is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is DE08 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 WHB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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