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Audi S5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 4,163 cc

S5 VBXMOT history

S5 VBX is a red petrol Audi S5 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

S5 VBX red Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
117,986 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 VBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 VBX was last recorded at 117,986 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 3,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,067 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,919 miles
Average per year
4,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,986 miles
  • 2025 – 114,067 miles
  • 2024 – 111,628 miles
  • 2023 – 108,268 miles
  • 2022 – 102,591 miles
  • 2021 – 96,757 miles
  • 2020 – 90,369 miles
  • 2019 – 84,599 miles
  • 2018 – 79,852 miles
  • 2017 – 79,562 miles
  • 2016 – 77,155 miles
  • 2015 – 74,903 miles
  • 2014 – 72,153 miles
  • 2013 – 67,862 miles
  • 2012 – 59,235 miles
  • 2011 – 51,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,986 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Number plates spacing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,986 miles (+3,919)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    117,986 miles
    Test number
    547672179628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,067 miles (+2,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,067 miles
    Test number
    342498129428
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,628 miles (+3,360)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    111,628 miles
    Test number
    931740247580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass108,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,268 miles
    Test number
    259107786173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,268 miles (+5,677)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,268 miles
    Test number
    545147228013
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass102,591 miles (+5,834)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,591 miles
    Test number
    645042928693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,757 miles (+6,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,757 miles
    Test number
    443699034529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  8. Pass90,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,369 miles
    Test number
    657281662232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,369 miles (+5,770)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,369 miles
    Test number
    603081259138
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass84,599 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    897335334401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,390 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    673255164113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,379 miles (+4,527)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    129862553681
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass79,852 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,852 miles
    Test number
    496823070920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,562 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,562 miles
    Test number
    644825099775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,155 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,155 miles
    Test number
    373311125329
    • AdvisoryNumber plates spacing

  16. Fail77,154 miles (+2,251)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,154 miles
    Test number
    836919628640
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNumber plates spacing

  17. Pass74,903 miles (+2,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,903 miles
    Test number
    701623973196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass72,153 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    946452584261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,862 miles (+8,627)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,862 miles
    Test number
    509115043208
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number plate!
    • NoteNs headlamp washer!

  20. Pass59,235 miles (+7,244)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,235 miles
    Test number
    258793132279
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side head lamp washer jet missing

  21. Pass51,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,991 miles
    Test number
    179771111232
    • 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)

Questions about S5 VBX

Does S5 VBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 VBX is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 VBX?
The MOT on S5 VBX is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 VBX done?
S5 VBX was recorded at 117,986 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,412 miles a year.
Has S5 VBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 VBX has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S5 VBX 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 VBX find?
S5 VBX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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