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EF08 BZG

2008 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,399 mi
Last recorded36,399 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 BZG
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2011 36,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 36,399 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 34,616 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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EF08 BZG is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EF08 BZG, 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 EF08 BZG?

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What year was EF08 BZG registered?

EF08 BZG is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is EF08 BZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 BZG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF08 BZG have outstanding finance?

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