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YC08 RCU

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

180,024 mi
Last recorded180,024 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 180,024 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 171,796 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 164,332 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 16 Jan 2019 156,544 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 148,091 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 139,753 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 131,225 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 122,259 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 112,548 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)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 94,242 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 94,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 84,902 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 84,901 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre has cracks in the tread

offside rear tyre bald on edges and cracks in tread

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2011 74,296 miles

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

O/s rear tyre tread showing signs of over heating due to "low" pressure.

Offside Front 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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YC08 RCU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC08 RCU, 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 RCU registered?

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

Is YC08 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 RCU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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