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SV08 HVW

2008 Audi S5

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

93,481 mi
Last recorded93,481 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 HVW
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 93,481 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 92,755 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 90,951 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

UNDERBODY TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Dec 2022 87,787 miles

UNDERBODY TRAYS FITTED AND ENGINE COVERS

Fail 13 Dec 2022 87,787 miles

UNDERBODY TRAYS FITTED AND ENGINE COVERS

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 85,809 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 80,203 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 76,295 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 69,137 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 67,486 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 61,163 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,187 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring areas of the vehicle

Pass 30 Mar 2015 46,787 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 45,948 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 43,234 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 40,531 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 34,370 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 27,747 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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SV08 HVW is a 2008 Audi S5 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SV08 HVW, 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 SV08 HVW registered?

SV08 HVW is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SV08 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 HVW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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