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SY08 NVV

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,860 mi
Last recorded168,860 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 NVV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 168,860 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 157,761 miles

Central Rear Lower axle slightly rusted

Nearside Front Lower underguard slightly damaged

Offside Front Lower underguard slightly damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2020 152,844 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 144,959 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 141,929 miles

Malfunction Indicator Lamp illuminated

Offside Front fog lamp not working

brake pad wear indicator illuminated

Pass 28 Feb 2017 121,103 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 100,095 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,635 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 81,758 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 81,542 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 58,443 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 38,855 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2011 31,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 31,826 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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SY08 NVV is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SY08 NVV, 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 SY08 NVV registered?

SY08 NVV is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SY08 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 NVV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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