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Audi Q5

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

J8 VSLMOT history

J8 VSL is a black diesel Audi Q5 first used on 9 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

J8 VSL black Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,978 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 VSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 VSL was last recorded at 136,978 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 5,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,005 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,973 miles
Average per year
8,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,978 miles
  • 2025 – 131,005 miles
  • 2024 – 125,777 miles
  • 2023 – 115,268 miles
  • 2022 – 107,479 miles
  • 2021 – 95,839 miles
  • 2020 – 88,696 miles
  • 2019 – 81,373 miles
  • 2018 – 78,660 miles
  • 2017 – 68,506 miles
  • 2016 – 60,030 miles
  • 2015 – 47,207 miles
  • 2014 – 39,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,978 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Front front blades slight smear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,978 miles (+5,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,978 miles
    Test number
    176379115321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass131,005 miles (+5,228)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,005 miles
    Test number
    690751298188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,777 miles
    Test number
    452576478503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail125,777 miles (+2,923)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,777 miles
    Test number
    487014315478
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass122,854 miles (+7,586)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    122,854 miles
    Test number
    255201147614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,268 miles
    Test number
    289829224093
    • AdvisoryFront front blades slight smear

  7. Fail115,268 miles (+7,789)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,268 miles
    Test number
    880844695233
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front blades slight smear

  8. Pass107,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,479 miles
    Test number
    319914065990
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail107,467 miles (+11,628)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,467 miles
    Test number
    621798498013
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass95,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    983388238930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail95,839 miles (+7,143)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    654549722189
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass88,696 miles (+7,323)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,696 miles
    Test number
    664465707429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,373 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,373 miles
    Test number
    632245178606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,660 miles (+10,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,660 miles
    Test number
    181338772378
    • AdvisoryTyre worn on outter edge

  15. Pass68,506 miles (+8,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,506 miles
    Test number
    654764002383
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass60,030 miles (+12,823)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,030 miles
    Test number
    186938950203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,207 miles (+8,027)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,207 miles
    Test number
    840348957558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,180 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,180 miles
    Test number
    177185644274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,177 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,177 miles
    Test number
    906514144224
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about J8 VSL

Does J8 VSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 VSL is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 VSL?
The MOT on J8 VSL is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 VSL done?
J8 VSL was recorded at 136,978 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 8,148 miles a year.
Has J8 VSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 VSL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 VSL 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 J8 VSL find?
J8 VSL passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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