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WG08 XVA

2008 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

192,141 mi
Last recorded192,141 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XVA
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2024 192,141 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 189,262 miles

both headlight lenses faded but pattern ok.

Fail 9 Jan 2023 189,262 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

both headlight lenses faded but pattern ok.

Fail 31 May 2022 189,223 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 187,104 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 183,851 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 167,372 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 154,452 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 137,247 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 128,958 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 125,999 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 - 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 -2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 110,902 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 89,950 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 63,116 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 39,475 miles

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

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

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 XVA is a 2008 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WG08 XVA, 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 XVA registered?

WG08 XVA is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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The MOT history for WG08 XVA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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