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SG08 LPP

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,775 mi
Last recorded79,775 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 LPP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 79,775 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 76,444 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 75,483 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust hanger broken

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 75,482 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust hanger broken

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 74,089 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 72,790 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 72,790 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 72,020 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 69,189 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 67,548 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 63,264 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 59,199 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2015 53,890 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2014 49,236 miles

eml on

Pass 9 Feb 2013 42,584 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2012 35,298 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,542 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 27,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SG08 LPP is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SG08 LPP, 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 SG08 LPP?

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What year was SG08 LPP registered?

SG08 LPP is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SG08 LPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG08 LPP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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