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VK08 XDY

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,903 mi
Last recorded157,903 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 XDY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 157,903 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 157,903 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 156,811 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 152,465 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 148,120 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 144,690 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 135,731 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 124,434 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 115,791 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 115,773 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 105,920 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 99,590 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 98,905 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 91,144 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 75,706 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 75,650 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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VK08 XDY is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VK08 XDY, 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 VK08 XDY registered?

VK08 XDY is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is VK08 XDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 XDY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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