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YC08 HMA

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

151,258 mi
Last recorded151,258 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 HMA
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 151,258 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 151,256 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2025 141,271 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 135,960 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 126,637 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 123,220 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Oct 2020 123,220 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Sep 2020 123,207 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 117,322 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 113,099 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 109,119 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 96,314 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 94,776 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 81,674 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 75,407 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 62,354 miles

front number plate cracked slightly

Fail 30 Mar 2012 62,354 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front number plate cracked slightly

Pass 29 Mar 2011 49,337 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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YC08 HMA is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YC08 HMA, 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 HMA registered?

YC08 HMA is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YC08 HMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 HMA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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