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DF08 WBT

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

209,307 mi
Last recorded209,307 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 WBT
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 209,307 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 206,014 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 201,693 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 198,166 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 198,166 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 194,467 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 185,592 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 171,273 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 159,148 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2017 153,201 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 May 2017 153,132 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 144,313 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 144,313 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 130,808 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 130,818 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 116,923 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 100,334 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 83,402 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 75,566 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DF08 WBT is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc 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 DF08 WBT, 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 WBT registered?

DF08 WBT is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is DF08 WBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 WBT 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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