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S5 VBL

2007 Audi A5

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,081 mi
Last recorded144,081 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 VBL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2026 144,081 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Jan 2025 137,975 miles

side skirts covering sills

Pass 1 Dec 2022 136,772 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 133,386 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 133,386 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 127,427 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 123,345 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 123,345 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 120,111 miles

headlamp cleaning devices not working

Pass 2 Oct 2017 111,310 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 105,794 miles

Brake Warning Light Is On

Engine Management Light Is On

Pass 25 Sep 2015 96,418 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 96,415 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 85,321 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 76,363 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 67,927 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 56,306 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 16 Jul 2010 45,486 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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S5 VBL is a 2007 Audi A5 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 94,951 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 A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S5 VBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Audi A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S5 VBL registered?

S5 VBL is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 26 July 2007.

Is S5 VBL safe to buy?

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