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LX08 VXY

2008 Audi S5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,556 mi
Last recorded50,556 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 VXY
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 50,556 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 50,556 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 46,389 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 41,014 miles

nearside rear tyre cutt in sidewall

Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,138 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,206 miles

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

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

front brake discs scorred at edges

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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LX08 VXY is a 2008 Audi S5 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 LX08 VXY, 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

How do I check the history of LX08 VXY?

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What year was LX08 VXY registered?

LX08 VXY is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LX08 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 VXY shows 6 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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