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SC52 HAY

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,611 mi
Last recorded111,611 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC52 HAY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 111,611 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 104,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 104,495 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 98,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 91,667 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 87,525 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 87,522 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 85,218 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 83,859 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 81,564 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 79,356 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 73,338 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 70,211 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 61,732 miles

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

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

off side rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 7 Mar 2012 47,121 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 42,449 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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SC52 HAY is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SC52 HAY, 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 SC52 HAY registered?

SC52 HAY is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is SC52 HAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC52 HAY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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