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LY08 HMX

2008 Audi S5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

109,129 mi
Last recorded109,129 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 HMX
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 109,129 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 109,129 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2022 108,569 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 108,569 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 102,726 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 91,561 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 89,008 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 89,008 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 82,759 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 73,101 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 73,099 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 41,589 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 31,438 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 29,370 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 25,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight cut n/s/r tyre wall

Fail 3 Jun 2013 25,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight cut n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 30 May 2012 24,087 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 20,746 miles

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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LY08 HMX 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 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LY08 HMX, 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.

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What year was LY08 HMX registered?

LY08 HMX is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is LY08 HMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 HMX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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