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ADV 646X

2008 Audi A5

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

126,981 mi
Last recorded126,981 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A590,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADV 646X
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 126,981 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 126,785 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front FLAT TYRE WONT INFLATE

Pass 7 Nov 2024 124,328 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 116,990 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 116,723 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 112,979 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2021 108,260 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 108,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2020 103,673 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F Close to limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 98,987 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 93,292 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 93,292 miles

Headlamp aim too high O/S,N/S (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 86,620 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 78,185 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 71,951 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 Oct 2014 71,951 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 60,159 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre cuts in sidewall

Pass 17 Nov 2011 46,011 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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ADV 646X is a 2008 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 ADV 646X, 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 ADV 646X registered?

ADV 646X is a 2008 Audi A5, first registered on 4 December 2008.

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