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FY08 HCN

2008 Audi S5

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

152,274 mi
Last recorded152,274 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 HCN
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 152,274 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 146,598 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 134,506 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jan 2021 119,992 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 78,234 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 62,397 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 62,397 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 59,433 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 53,257 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 46,595 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 40,770 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 32,713 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,155 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 12,446 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 12,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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FY08 HCN is a 2008 Audi S5 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FY08 HCN, 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 FY08 HCN registered?

FY08 HCN is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is FY08 HCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 HCN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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