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DE58 XZT

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,245 mi
Last recorded131,245 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 XZT
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 131,245 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2026 131,245 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 123,679 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 118,455 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 113,737 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 105,523 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 99,956 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 97,147 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 97,147 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2019 89,106 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under cover tray fitted

Fail 7 Feb 2019 89,106 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under cover tray fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2018 80,691 miles

cover fitted to under body obstructing some underside components view

Fail 17 Feb 2018 80,691 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cover fitted to under body obstructing some underside components view

Pass 4 Feb 2017 73,132 miles

underneath tray fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 67,138 miles

under cover with tray fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2015 58,852 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 48,460 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 43,448 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 37,024 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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DE58 XZT is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black 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 DE58 XZT, 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 DE58 XZT registered?

DE58 XZT is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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The MOT history for DE58 XZT 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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