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V18 MJP

2008 Audi A5

Red Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

106,491 mi
Last recorded106,491 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV18 MJP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 106,491 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 103,043 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 100,061 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 96,866 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 93,465 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 90,801 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 88,547 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 84,976 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Mar 2019 84,976 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 79,888 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2017 75,558 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 70,362 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 63,542 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 56,447 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 45,648 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,776 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 24,788 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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V18 MJP is a 2008 Audi A5 in Red with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V18 MJP, 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 V18 MJP registered?

V18 MJP is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is V18 MJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V18 MJP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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