We've only got 277 MOT tests for Audi S5 models built around 2022 (3 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.
We've only seen a handful of Audi S5 models built around 2022 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 S5's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.
Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
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 S5's generation
Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.
8.0% fail rate, built around 2020 (5 years old)
Likely between 4.5% and 13.7%
Fails about as often as the average car this age (about 1 in 8 MOTs, 12.8%)
18.4% fail rate, built around 2014 (11 years old)
Likely between 12.9% and 25.6%
Fails about as often as the average car this age (about 1 in 4 MOTs, 24.8%)
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 S5.
See every build year for the Audi S5Side-by-side
Each generation is shown at 7 years old if it has at least 100 MOT tests at that age. If not, or if its cars are too new to be 7, it's shown at another age. We try ages close to 7 first. Newer generations have fewer years of data.
| Generation | Rating | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| F5 (2017-2024) | No ratingNot enough tests to rate | 8.0%likely between 4.5% and 13.7%built around 2020 (5 years old)from 138 MOT tests at this age |
| 8T (2007-2016) | No ratingNot enough tests to rate | 18.4%likely between 12.9% and 25.6%built around 2014 (11 years old)from 141 MOT tests at this age |
Each row is one generation of the S5, shown at the age printed under its fail rate. So rows can be different ages. Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail, retests included. A rating is given only when there are enough tests to place the fail rate in one rating band with 95% confidence.
By age
This chart combines every Audi S5 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 17 years old.
All generations of this model
These issues come from 3-year-old Audi S5 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
Brake pads wearing thin
Based on 277 MOT tests on 3-year-old Audi S5 models, every generation combined.
Still registered
How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.
UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical
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.
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).
DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Audi S5 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: 4.2%, against 9.4% for the Audi S5, both built around 2022.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
2,568 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 6.1%, against 9.4% for the Audi S5, both built around 2022.
5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,471 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Audi S5 on these figures.
4,474 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
Same body type, tested at the same age
Fewer dangerous faults: 3.3%, against 4.7% for the Audi S5.
3 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,029 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
Common questions
Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Audi S5 across all generations combined fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 277 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.
