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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

C8 MDSMOT history

C8 MDS is a black diesel Audi A5 first used on 29 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 79,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

C8 MDS black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
79,361 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 MDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 MDS was last recorded at 79,361 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 5,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,921 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,440 miles
Average per year
5,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,361 miles
  • 2025 – 73,921 miles
  • 2024 – 69,504 miles
  • 2023 – 63,643 miles
  • 2022 – 58,767 miles
  • 2021 – 53,858 miles
  • 2020 – 50,648 miles
  • 2019 – 44,047 miles
  • 2018 – 37,375 miles
  • 2017 – 29,955 miles
  • 2016 – 26,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,361 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGuards fitted to underside of vehicleRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    79,361 miles
    Test number
    371463455279
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGuards fitted to underside of vehicle

  2. Fail79,361 miles (+5,440)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,361 miles
    Test number
    765259971795
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGuards fitted to underside of vehicle

  3. Pass73,921 miles (+4,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,921 miles
    Test number
    998333654750
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGuards fitted to underside of vehicle

  4. Pass69,504 miles (+5,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,504 miles
    Test number
    106315890313
    • AdvisoryGuards fitted to underside of vehicle

  5. Pass63,643 miles (+4,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    63,643 miles
    Test number
    960799116705
    • AdvisoryManufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  6. Pass58,767 miles (+4,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    58,767 miles
    Test number
    500185402885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass53,858 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,858 miles
    Test number
    575897431171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,648 miles (+6,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    50,648 miles
    Test number
    604511223921
    • 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))

  9. Pass44,047 miles (+6,672)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    44,047 miles
    Test number
    985177075120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,375 miles (+7,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,375 miles
    Test number
    573747817751
    • AdvisoryManufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  11. Pass29,955 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    383442263339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,852 miles
    Test number
    925091358741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 MDS

Does C8 MDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 MDS is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 MDS?
The MOT on C8 MDS is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 MDS done?
C8 MDS was recorded at 79,361 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 5,459 miles a year.
Has C8 MDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 MDS has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 MDS 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 C8 MDS find?
C8 MDS passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; guards fitted to underside of vehicle.

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