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YC08 XFM

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

115,771 mi
Last recorded115,771 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 XFM
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 115,771 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 104,013 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush starting to split (Front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush starting to split (Rear arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 104,013 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pump heard, water bottle topped up - no output (3.5 (a))

Corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush starting to split (Front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush starting to split (Rear arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 103,481 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2022 103,474 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 101,637 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 97,408 miles

Rear brake discs have slight corrosion

Suspension arm bushes slightly perished

Pass 11 Oct 2019 88,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 19 96Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 19 96Y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Oct 2019 88,107 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 19 96Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 19 96Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 84,732 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 84,732 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 6 Jun 2018 84,340 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 75,095 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 58,434 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 48,113 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 41,829 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 35,346 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 30,978 miles

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 XFM is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XFM, 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 XFM registered?

YC08 XFM is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is YC08 XFM safe to buy?

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