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YC08 HLU

2008 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,616 mi
Last recorded129,616 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 HLU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2024 129,616 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 118,721 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 113,236 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 108,887 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 105,220 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 99,432 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 89,688 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 81,984 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 73,196 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 64,780 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 55,877 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 47,461 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 39,261 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 36,342 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,362 miles

nearside front outer tyrewall kerb damaged

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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YC08 HLU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC08 HLU, 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 YC08 HLU registered?

YC08 HLU is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YC08 HLU safe to buy?

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