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S5 NXJ

2008 Audi S5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,785 mi
Last recorded100,785 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 NXJ
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 100,785 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted masking testable items

Pass 5 May 2022 98,183 miles

"Service Due!" message displayed

Drivers window inop.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components.

Fail 5 May 2022 98,183 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

"Service Due!" message displayed

Drivers window inop.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low way too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low way too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components.

Pass 28 Apr 2021 80,360 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 76,562 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 74,501 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2017 72,948 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 70,525 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 63,544 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 54,720 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 54,706 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 47,529 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 40,227 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 33,268 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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S5 NXJ is a 2008 Audi S5 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S5 NXJ, 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 S5 NXJ?

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What year was S5 NXJ registered?

S5 NXJ is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is S5 NXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 NXJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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