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A5 UBT

2008 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,712 mi
Last recorded128,712 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 UBT
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 128,712 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 111,894 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 91,242 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 68,096 miles

Front tyres getting worn

Pass 25 Nov 2015 53,175 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Nov 2014 38,937 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2014 38,937 miles

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

rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edge

Pass 6 Dec 2013 31,304 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 31,300 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres on 3.0mm

Pass 14 Sep 2012 25,688 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 25,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 20,171 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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A5 UBT is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A5 UBT, 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 A5 UBT registered?

A5 UBT is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is A5 UBT safe to buy?

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