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YG08 FLN

2008 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

170,653 mi
Last recorded170,653 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 FLN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 170,653 miles

Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

protective undertrays

Fail 7 Jan 2026 170,653 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

protective undertrays

Pass 9 Dec 2024 164,738 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2023 160,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 159,234 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 152,085 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 143,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 129,086 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 108,521 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 98,776 miles

emissions not detected

Pass 6 Apr 2016 93,479 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 87,671 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 65,524 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 36,544 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 29,458 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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YG08 FLN is a 2008 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YG08 FLN, 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.

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What year was YG08 FLN registered?

YG08 FLN is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is YG08 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 FLN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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