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Audi A5

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

1970 RGMOT history

1970 RG is a white diesel Audi A5 first used on 6 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 48,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

1970 RG white Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2026
Mileage
48,202 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1970 RG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
6 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

1970 RG was last recorded at 48,202 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 5,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,107 miles · 30 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5,095 miles
Average per year
2,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,202 miles
  • 2023 – 43,107 miles
  • 2022 – 42,943 miles
  • 2020 – 42,555 miles
  • 2019 – 36,922 miles
  • 2017 – 36,174 miles
  • 2016 – 30,204 miles
  • 2015 – 26,685 miles
  • 2014 – 22,004 miles
  • 2013 – 17,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,202 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front tyre catching on wing cover

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,202 miles (+5,095)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    48,202 miles
    Test number
    161883024375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,107 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    43,107 miles
    Test number
    857901207531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail43,009 miles (+66)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,009 miles
    Test number
    387342427280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass42,943 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,943 miles
    Test number
    650976077517
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre catching on wing cover
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail42,939 miles (+384)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,939 miles
    Test number
    886847463059
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre catching on wing cover
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass42,555 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    42,555 miles
    Test number
    730215780243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,524 miles (+1,113)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,524 miles
    Test number
    893497225560
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail41,411 miles (+4,489)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,411 miles
    Test number
    842665176100
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass36,922 miles (+748)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    36,922 miles
    Test number
    335419773992
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass36,174 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    36,174 miles
    Test number
    751906538291
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  11. Fail36,129 miles (+4,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,129 miles
    Test number
    764765417403
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  12. Pass31,886 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    31,886 miles
    Test number
    845239047118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,204 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,204 miles
    Test number
    941590127646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,685 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,685 miles
    Test number
    833338005526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,004 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,004 miles
    Test number
    179967684270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,642 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,642 miles
    Test number
    419079263296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about 1970 RG

What vehicle is registration 1970 RG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1970 RG on a white diesel Audi A5 first used on 6 Sept 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1970 RG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 1970 RG expired on 15 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 1970 RG?
The MOT on 1970 RG expired on 15 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 1970 RG done?
1970 RG was recorded at 48,202 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 2,703 miles a year.
Has 1970 RG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1970 RG has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on 1970 RG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1970 RG find?
1970 RG passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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