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VN08 SXC

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

184,372 mi
Last recorded184,372 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 SXC
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 184,372 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 169,382 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 164,774 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 154,012 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot weaping

Pass 10 Jan 2022 145,723 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 135,077 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 127,127 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 116,816 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 116,816 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 104,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 99,229 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 85,619 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2015 78,554 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2015 78,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 69,680 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 65,775 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 58,137 miles

lower engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2011 43,739 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 43,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine undershield covers fitted

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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VN08 SXC is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VN08 SXC, 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 VN08 SXC registered?

VN08 SXC is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is VN08 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 SXC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN08 SXC have outstanding finance?

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