CarVerify

Free Car Check

YB08 XZX

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

311,681 mi
Last recorded311,681 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 XZX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 311,681 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front wheel arch cover fouling

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 31 Oct 2022 311,681 miles

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected subframe (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front wheel arch cover fouling

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Front brake caliper retaining spring clip missing

Pass 2 Nov 2021 289,606 miles

Rear both sides heat shield loose

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush part of arm (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front fog light not working

Offside Rear reverse light not working

Offside Rear wing corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in various spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 289,608 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative and N/S/R link rod broken (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush part of arm (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front fog light not working

Offside Rear reverse light not working

Offside Rear wing corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in various spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear both sides heat shield loose

Pass 28 Oct 2020 265,526 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 233,466 miles

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

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 208,042 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 208,037 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury hole in sill (damage) (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 185,595 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner arm bushes deteriorating (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2x rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 159,885 miles

both front tyres starting to wear.

under-tray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 24 Jun 2015 134,634 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all four tyres close to the legal limit

Pass 26 Jun 2014 114,357 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

running clean unable to detect emissions

slight damage to n/s front tyre outre sidewall advise replacement

Pass 27 Jun 2013 95,769 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 74,268 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 50,477 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
Full Audi A5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YB08 XZX is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YB08 XZX, 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 YB08 XZX?

You can check the full history of YB08 XZX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YB08 XZX registered?

YB08 XZX is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is YB08 XZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 XZX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB08 XZX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YB08 XZX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.