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SR08 DWF

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

216,458 mi
Last recorded216,458 miles
Recorded on28 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR08 DWF
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2018 216,458 miles
Fail 28 May 2018 216,457 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2017 204,025 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 May 2017 204,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2016 188,096 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 171,004 miles

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

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

vehicle undertrays limiting access to various testable items

Pass 27 May 2014 139,973 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 104,788 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 64,149 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 22,124 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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SR08 DWF is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SR08 DWF, 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.

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What year was SR08 DWF registered?

SR08 DWF is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is SR08 DWF safe to buy?

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