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DY08 FVP

2008 Audi S5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,802 mi
Last recorded143,802 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 FVP
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 143,802 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 141,355 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 139,074 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 136,544 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 136,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 132,699 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 130,204 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 130,195 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 127,491 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 127,491 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 118,974 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 112,739 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 108,459 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 105,687 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 99,169 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 96,407 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 84,280 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 60,991 miles

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

How Reliable is the Audi S5?

Based on 26,583 MOT tests across 2,076 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,076
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 230
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 112
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DY08 FVP is a 2008 Audi S5 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi S5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 72,579 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY08 FVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Audi S5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY08 FVP registered?

DY08 FVP is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is DY08 FVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 FVP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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