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A5 XTE

2008 Audi A5

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,658 mi
Last recorded130,658 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XTE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 130,658 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jun 2016 114,156 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 107,356 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 98,895 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 90,013 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 82,077 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 73,086 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 73,086 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 XTE is a 2008 Audi A5 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A5 XTE, 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 A5 XTE registered?

A5 XTE is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is A5 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 XTE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 XTE have outstanding finance?

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