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Audi A1

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

C5 DSOMOT history

C5 DSO is a white diesel Audi A1 first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 148,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

C5 DSO white Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
148,665 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 DSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 DSO was last recorded at 148,665 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 7,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,465 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,200 miles
Average per year
6,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,665 miles
  • 2024 – 141,465 miles
  • 2022 – 114,669 miles
  • 2021 – 109,397 miles
  • 2020 – 103,376 miles
  • 2019 – 99,235 miles
  • 2017 – 92,311 miles
  • 2014 – 76,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,665 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    148,665 miles
    Test number
    304647630988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,665 miles (+7,200)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,665 miles
    Test number
    888612582453
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass141,465 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    141,465 miles
    Test number
    560820242502
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail141,453 miles (+12,499)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,453 miles
    Test number
    122452581680
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass128,954 miles (+14,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,954 miles
    Test number
    445986250894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass114,669 miles (+5,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,669 miles
    Test number
    565622228657
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass109,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,397 miles
    Test number
    165480360652
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Fail109,397 miles (+6,021)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,397 miles
    Test number
    568096723022
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass103,376 miles (+4,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,376 miles
    Test number
    136177062904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass99,235 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,235 miles
    Test number
    799256553146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,196 miles (+6,885)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,196 miles
    Test number
    937889971081
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass92,311 miles (+15,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,311 miles
    Test number
    791292307455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass76,556 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,556 miles
    Test number
    509182034369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    595770114315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 DSO

Does C5 DSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 DSO is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on C5 DSO?
The MOT on C5 DSO is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 DSO done?
C5 DSO was recorded at 148,665 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 6,586 miles a year.
Has C5 DSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 DSO has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 DSO 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 C5 DSO find?
C5 DSO passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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