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YL08 VWS

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

171,895 mi
Last recorded171,895 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 VWS
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 171,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 164,749 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 158,590 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 151,212 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))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 142,660 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 134,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device not cleaning headlamp

Fail 29 Mar 2021 134,281 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device not cleaning headlamp

Pass 28 Mar 2020 125,861 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2020 125,861 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 117,430 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides, lower (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole, leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp cleaning device faulty/ broken (failure from 2009 onwards)

Nearside Rear tyre worn close to wear bars and slightly perished

front brake discs worn & unevenly

Pass 24 Mar 2018 110,382 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 97,049 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2016 87,663 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 75,790 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 65,199 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 56,266 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 46,598 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 36,194 miles

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

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)

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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YL08 VWS is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YL08 VWS, 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 YL08 VWS registered?

YL08 VWS is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is YL08 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 VWS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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