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SW58 OLK

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,845 mi
Last recorded143,845 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW58 OLK
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 143,845 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 134,570 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 123,552 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 123,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 114,730 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 105,535 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 92,592 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 75,946 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 25 Jun 2012 57,775 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 41,185 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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SW58 OLK 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 90%.

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 SW58 OLK, 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 SW58 OLK registered?

SW58 OLK is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is SW58 OLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW58 OLK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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