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SF08 VWN

2008 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,897 mi
Last recorded118,897 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 VWN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 118,897 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

full underbody inspection NOT carried out due to under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2019 110,441 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 103,704 miles

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

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

emissions peak detection not reached

Fail 26 Apr 2018 103,704 miles

Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

emissions peak detection not reached

Pass 27 Apr 2017 96,657 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 96,657 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 92,429 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays fitted.

Fail 7 Nov 2016 92,426 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays fitted.

Pass 23 Jan 2016 89,705 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 76,505 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 65,674 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 58,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 52,258 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 52,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside 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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SF08 VWN is a 2008 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SF08 VWN, 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 SF08 VWN registered?

SF08 VWN is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is SF08 VWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 VWN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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