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WG08 XGO

2008 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

130,454 mi
Last recorded130,454 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XGO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 130,454 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 130,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 116,297 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 114,675 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 108,790 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Jul 2018 108,790 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 101,382 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 101,382 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 94,860 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 15 Jul 2016 94,860 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Jul 2015 86,522 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 77,680 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 65,903 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 54,891 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 43,346 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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WG08 XGO is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol 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 WG08 XGO, 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 WG08 XGO registered?

WG08 XGO is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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