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SP08 WWG

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

122,274 mi
Last recorded122,274 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 WWG
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 122,274 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf upper arm (rear) inner bush splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear nsr bump stop broken.

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf upper arm (rear) inner bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osr tyre tread 2.5mm approx. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking onto undertray. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2025 122,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver nearside rear. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf upper arm (rear) inner bush splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear nsr bump stop broken.

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf upper arm (rear) inner bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osr tyre tread 2.5mm approx. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking onto undertray. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nsr headlamp self levelling sensor rod broken.

Pass 6 Jan 2025 109,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 109,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 93,293 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 93,292 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 89,721 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 85,636 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre side wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 83,014 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 83,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 78,669 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 69,987 miles

Both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,691 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 57,856 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 51,991 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 42,579 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 35,696 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,795 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 25,190 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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SP08 WWG is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SP08 WWG, 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 SP08 WWG registered?

SP08 WWG is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SP08 WWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 WWG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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