Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa
From 502 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 37 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 37 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 11 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 9 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 1 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 1 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 30.9% of A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £70.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sas tested had between 23,064 and 34,071 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,341 median miles, the A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa has 0.037 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa MOT pass rate?
The Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa has a 89% MOT pass rate based on 502 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 37 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa is 29,341 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,064 and 34,071 miles.
Buying a used A5 S Line Ed 1 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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