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SD08 SWW

2008 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

132,046 mi
Last recorded132,046 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 SWW
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 132,046 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2023 132,038 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 129,301 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 125,246 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 115,530 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 10,573 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 101,560 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 92,055 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 78,107 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

limited inspection to underside of vehicle ,covered with plastic shrouds

Pass 4 Jun 2014 68,048 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded

rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 23 May 2013 55,003 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 55,003 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 2 Jun 2012 43,582 miles

limited inspection to underside of vehicle due to plastic covers

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 12 May 2011 29,747 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear tyre treads starting to crack

Pass 4 Mar 2011 29,292 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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SD08 SWW is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SD08 SWW, 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 SD08 SWW registered?

SD08 SWW is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 30 March 2008.

Is SD08 SWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 SWW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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