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Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto reliable? We analysed 854 real MOT tests across 318 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 854 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
32,446mi
Annual Mileage
7,951mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto.

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Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.2%
2022
87.9%
2021
90%
2020

Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3

Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,072 mi/yr
Typical
7,951 mi/yr
Average
9,095 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,124 mi/yr

Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 141 92.2% 21,568 29,403 37,726
2021 207 87.9% 25,410 33,506 44,720
2020 472 90.0% 21,460 32,446 46,012

How Long Does a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto Last?

Based on 318 Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.7 years
Median
4.0 years

Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
32,446 mi
75th Percentile
44,991 mi
95th Percentile
65,455 mi
Max Recorded
104,305 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

92.2% MOT pass rate from 141 tests

Year to avoid
2021

87.9% MOT pass rate from 207 tests

The best year to buy a used Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.2% across 141 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto THIS CAR 89.8% 854 32,446 mi — yrs
Audi A3 78% 7,415,025 78,776 mi 29 yrs
Audi A4 76.1% 7,096,957 96,834 mi 31 yrs
Audi A6 78.4% 2,724,792 98,890 mi 31 yrs
Volvo XC60 Momentum Pro D4 Auto 92.8% 727 38,711 mi — yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto?

The Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 854 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto owner drives around 7,951 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto reliable?
Based on 854 MOT tests, the Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto do per year?
The typical Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto does around 7,951 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto is 2022 with a 92.2% pass rate across 141 tests.