We've only got 315 MOT tests for Audi RS5 models built around 2021 (4 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.
We've only seen a handful of Audi RS5 models built around 2021 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.
Key figure
Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.
Before you view it
The Audi RS5's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.
Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.
Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
By build year
Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.
Find your RS5's generation
Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.
Not sure which one you're looking at?
Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Audi RS5.
See every build year for the Audi RS5By age
This chart combines every Audi RS5 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 4 years old.
All generations of this model
These issues come from 4-year-old Audi RS5 models, every generation combined.
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
Brake pads wearing thin
Coil spring corroded
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
Based on 315 MOT tests on 4-year-old Audi RS5 models, every generation combined.
Still registered
How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.
Not enough registration data to show this for the Audi RS5.
The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.
DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Audi RS5 name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.
Like-for-like
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 3.2%, against 12.4% for the Audi RS5, both built around 2021.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,766 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 8.3%, against 12.4% for the Audi RS5, both built around 2021.
3 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,270 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 9.0%, against 12.4% for the Audi RS5, both built around 2021.
5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,121 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Audi RS5 on these figures.
6 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
5,505 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
Common questions
Built around 2021 (4 years old), the Audi RS5 across all generations combined fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 315 4-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.
