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YG08 WBJ

2008 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

179,457 mi
Last recorded179,457 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 WBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 179,457 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 165,667 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 152,417 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 152,406 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 146,909 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 143,865 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 128,524 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 103,248 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 97,499 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 95,431 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 89,079 miles

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

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

rear tyres abnormal wear / stepped

Pass 5 Mar 2012 79,429 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre abnormal wear

Pass 5 Mar 2011 71,956 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 71,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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YG08 WBJ is a 2008 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YG08 WBJ, 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 YG08 WBJ registered?

YG08 WBJ is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is YG08 WBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 WBJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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