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SW08 YSC

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,418 mi
Last recorded92,418 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 YSC
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 92,418 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 86,568 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 75,894 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 75,352 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 75,348 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 74,205 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2017 72,208 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 69,505 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 65,718 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 57,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 38,051 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 30,713 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 24,595 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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SW08 YSC is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SW08 YSC, 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 SW08 YSC?

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What year was SW08 YSC registered?

SW08 YSC is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is SW08 YSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 YSC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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