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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

S5 SYEMOT history

S5 SYE is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 22 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 164,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

S5 SYE black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
164,111 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 SYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 SYE was last recorded at 164,111 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,961 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
150 miles
Average per year
9,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,111 miles
  • 2025 – 163,961 miles
  • 2024 – 161,613 miles
  • 2023 – 161,391 miles
  • 2022 – 159,193 miles
  • 2021 – 156,362 miles
  • 2020 – 154,702 miles
  • 2018 – 139,430 miles
  • 2017 – 126,488 miles
  • 2016 – 104,104 miles
  • 2015 – 85,390 miles
  • 2014 – 72,068 miles
  • 2013 – 54,188 miles
  • 2012 – 44,734 miles
  • 2011 – 30,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,111 miles

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,111 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    164,111 miles
    Test number
    220814780819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass163,961 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    163,961 miles
    Test number
    768011464388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass161,613 miles (+222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    161,613 miles
    Test number
    151436353517
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass161,391 miles (+2,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    161,391 miles
    Test number
    991435542514
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass159,193 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    159,193 miles
    Test number
    371446666669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,362 miles (+1,660)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,362 miles
    Test number
    778533592508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass154,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    154,702 miles
    Test number
    419304532966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,702 miles (+15,272)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,702 miles
    Test number
    813146061084
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  9. Pass139,430 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    139,430 miles
    Test number
    850689406981
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
  10. Fail139,428 miles (+12,940)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,428 miles
    Test number
    790069020676
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
  11. Pass126,488 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    945432018596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail126,488 miles (+22,384)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    305803133257
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass104,104 miles (+18,714)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,104 miles
    Test number
    988278400819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,390 miles (+13,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    85,390 miles
    Test number
    731313928777
    • 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)
  15. Pass72,068 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,068 miles
    Test number
    536002164247
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail72,068 miles (+17,880)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,068 miles
    Test number
    157592764295
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn low,bald on edges and cut in side wall
  17. Pass54,188 miles (+9,454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,188 miles
    Test number
    399155643441
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass44,734 miles (+14,518)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,734 miles
    Test number
    685931262202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass30,216 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,216 miles
    Test number
    169417051286
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front track rod arm

Questions about S5 SYE

Does S5 SYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 SYE is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 SYE?
The MOT on S5 SYE is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 SYE done?
S5 SYE was recorded at 164,111 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 9,188 miles a year.
Has S5 SYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 SYE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on S5 SYE 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 SYE find?
S5 SYE passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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