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YR58 AFU

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

180,554 mi
Last recorded180,554 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR58 AFU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 180,554 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 176,738 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))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 166,888 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 158,132 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 146,242 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 126,899 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 122,379 miles

Central Undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of area

Engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of area

Front Undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of area

Pass 19 Jan 2017 111,114 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Jan 2017 111,114 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 95,974 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/40/18 93Y (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

exhaust centre joint loose has slight leak

front number plate cracked

offside rear tyre sidewall has slight damage

rear brake discs slightly worn

under trays fitted

windscreen chipped both zones

Pass 11 Sep 2014 83,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 72,815 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 51,434 miles

front brake disc slghtly worn

rear brake disc slightly pitted

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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YR58 AFU is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YR58 AFU, 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

How do I check the history of YR58 AFU?

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What year was YR58 AFU registered?

YR58 AFU is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is YR58 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR58 AFU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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