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J7 XKX

2008 Audi S5

Red Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,151 mi
Last recorded64,151 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S572,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 XKX
MakeAudi
ModelS5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 64,151 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 62,949 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 61,644 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 60,210 miles

Undertrays/covers fitted to underside

Pass 3 Dec 2021 58,995 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 57,910 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 56,795 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 54,435 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 52,826 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 52,826 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 50,968 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 47,969 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 44,964 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 40,733 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 33,297 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 33,295 miles

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

both front tyres are down to approx. 3mm of tread

Pass 24 Nov 2011 25,418 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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J7 XKX is a 2008 Audi S5 in Red with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J7 XKX, 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 J7 XKX registered?

J7 XKX is a 2008 Audi S5, first registered on 2 December 2008.

Is J7 XKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J7 XKX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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