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DF08 EEB

2008 Audi A5

White Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

126,373 mi
Last recorded126,373 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 EEB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 126,373 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 124,816 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 116,430 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 108,025 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 108,022 miles

Nearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both front and back (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 101,871 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 95,107 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 95,107 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps x2 (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 85,013 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 78,331 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

all tyres over stretched on wheels

Fail 7 Oct 2014 78,305 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

all tyres over stretched on wheels

Pass 7 Oct 2013 70,147 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad light on dash

Pass 5 Oct 2012 61,877 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 40,847 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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DF08 EEB is a 2008 Audi A5 in White with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DF08 EEB, 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 DF08 EEB registered?

DF08 EEB is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is DF08 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 EEB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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