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Audi S5

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 4,163 cc

S5 LFVMOT history

S5 LFV is a black petrol Audi S5 first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

S5 LFV black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,147 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 LFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 LFV was last recorded at 109,147 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 9,221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,926 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,221 miles
Average per year
5,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,147 miles
  • 2025 – 99,926 miles
  • 2024 – 89,999 miles
  • 2023 – 81,774 miles
  • 2022 – 75,298 miles
  • 2021 – 71,097 miles
  • 2020 – 68,168 miles
  • 2019 – 62,861 miles
  • 2018 – 57,114 miles
  • 2017 – 51,043 miles
  • 2016 – 50,281 miles
  • 2015 – 46,627 miles
  • 2014 – 42,069 miles
  • 2013 – 37,206 miles
  • 2012 – 33,030 miles
  • 2011 – 27,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,147 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front tyre starting to wear uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,147 miles
    Test number
    543323327639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,147 miles (+9,221)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,147 miles
    Test number
    248169131766
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  3. Pass99,926 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,926 miles
    Test number
    967645694813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear uneven
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,926 miles (+9,927)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,926 miles
    Test number
    430207160722
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear uneven
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,999 miles (+8,225)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,999 miles
    Test number
    441575841539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,774 miles (+6,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,774 miles
    Test number
    769775074550
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass75,298 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,298 miles
    Test number
    629137332417
    • AdvisoryUpper all front upper suspension arm bushes splitting slightly

  8. Fail75,296 miles (+4,199)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,296 miles
    Test number
    666406991885
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUpper all front upper suspension arm bushes splitting slightly

  9. Pass71,097 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,097 miles
    Test number
    763573053263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,168 miles (+5,307)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,168 miles
    Test number
    709726047662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,861 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,861 miles
    Test number
    132957629855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,858 miles (+5,744)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,858 miles
    Test number
    660790257857
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle outer handle does not function (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp levelling device damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass57,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,114 miles
    Test number
    107048981365
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has cuts on inner sidewall but cords not exposed

  14. Fail57,112 miles (+6,069)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,112 miles
    Test number
    305820330277
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has cuts on inner sidewall but cords not exposed

  15. Pass51,043 miles (+762)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,043 miles
    Test number
    174235878148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,281 miles (+3,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    298951802194
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass46,627 miles (+4,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,627 miles
    Test number
    622562654589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass42,069 miles (+4,863)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    42,069 miles
    Test number
    146224104327
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass37,206 miles (+62)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    37,206 miles
    Test number
    879898993291
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteService light on

  20. Fail37,144 miles (+4,114)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,144 miles
    Test number
    846632393244
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteService light on

  21. Pass33,030 miles (+5,644)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    638102582274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on bth edges 3mm of tread
    • NoteSlight wear front brake discs

  22. Pass27,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    27,386 miles
    Test number
    167297671279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,386 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,386 miles
    Test number
    227167271283
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S5 LFV

Does S5 LFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 LFV is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 LFV?
The MOT on S5 LFV is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 LFV done?
S5 LFV was recorded at 109,147 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 5,735 miles a year.
Has S5 LFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 LFV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 LFV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S5 LFV find?
S5 LFV passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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