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YLZ 6556

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

186,994 mi
Last recorded186,994 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 6556
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 186,994 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 177,520 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 119,315 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 57,270 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 43,861 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 43,859 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 34,225 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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YLZ 6556 is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YLZ 6556, 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 YLZ 6556 registered?

YLZ 6556 is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is YLZ 6556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLZ 6556 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLZ 6556 have outstanding finance?

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