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SG08 OJL

2008 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,505 mi
Last recorded97,505 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 OJL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2024 97,505 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 94,031 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 89,362 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Apr 2021 85,051 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 80,436 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 72,870 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 63,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 54,715 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section at sleeve (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 May 2016 54,005 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 52,349 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 49,834 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 47,053 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 43,814 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 37,498 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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SG08 OJL is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OJL, 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 SG08 OJL registered?

SG08 OJL is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is SG08 OJL safe to buy?

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