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VE08 AYO

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

169,099 mi
Last recorded169,099 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 AYO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 169,099 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 154,768 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 147,968 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 147,831 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 143,454 miles

Engine cover missing

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of car signs of corrosion

Fail 6 Jun 2018 143,454 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover missing

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of car signs of corrosion

Pass 10 Jul 2017 131,020 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 113,966 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 188,826 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jun 2015 188,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2014 173,809 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 173,809 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 151,101 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 119,694 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 91,690 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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VE08 AYO is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VE08 AYO, 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 VE08 AYO?

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What year was VE08 AYO registered?

VE08 AYO is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is VE08 AYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 AYO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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