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YF08 UFV

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

253,472 mi
Last recorded253,472 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 UFV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 253,472 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 226,614 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 202,834 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 176,381 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 176,381 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 176,284 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing both arms (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 160,274 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 141,854 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 131,077 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 131,277 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 118,160 miles

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

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

gear box mount has slight play

Fail 7 Nov 2013 118,160 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

gear box mount has slight play

Pass 3 Oct 2012 98,566 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 75,120 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

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

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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YF08 UFV is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YF08 UFV, 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 YF08 UFV registered?

YF08 UFV is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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