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DE57 HCJ

2007 Audi S5

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

149,238 mi
Last recorded149,238 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi S575,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 HCJ
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 149,238 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 90,146 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 86,111 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2024 86,111 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Knock on noise on steering,

Pass 20 Jan 2023 81,523 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 81,523 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2022 80,748 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 77,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.67mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm at lowest point & perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 72,324 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 67,842 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake pad warning light on

Fail 21 Dec 2018 67,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake pad warning light on

Pass 21 Dec 2017 65,654 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Dec 2017 65,654 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 64,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2016 64,308 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 62,115 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 62,114 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 55,129 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 48,715 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 40,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 36,168 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Oct 2011 36,168 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 29,183 miles

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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DE57 HCJ is a 2007 Audi S5 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2007 Audi S5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 75,392 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 S5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE57 HCJ, 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 19 years old, this Audi S5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE57 HCJ registered?

DE57 HCJ is a 2007 Audi S5, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is DE57 HCJ safe to buy?

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