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Audi A8

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,976 cc

K18 THCMOT history

K18 THC is a silver diesel Audi A8 first used on 21 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,471 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 THC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,976 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 THC was last recorded at 117,471 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,903 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
568 miles
Average per year
3,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,471 miles
  • 2025 – 116,903 miles
  • 2024 – 115,562 miles
  • 2023 – 114,196 miles
  • 2022 – 112,755 miles
  • 2021 – 109,878 miles
  • 2020 – 108,177 miles
  • 2019 – 105,635 miles
  • 2018 – 103,516 miles
  • 2017 – 100,608 miles
  • 2016 – 96,675 miles
  • 2015 – 93,698 miles
  • 2014 – 92,093 miles
  • 2013 – 88,401 miles
  • 2012 – 82,781 miles
  • 2011 – 76,146 miles
  • 2010 – 70,315 miles
  • 2009 – 62,580 miles
  • 2008 – 56,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,471 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,471 miles (+568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,471 miles
    Test number
    293407329083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass116,903 miles (+1,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,903 miles
    Test number
    183463444904
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,562 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,562 miles
    Test number
    946098407348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,196 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,196 miles
    Test number
    533895539798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,755 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,755 miles
    Test number
    293540512296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail112,679 miles (+2,801)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,679 miles
    Test number
    835558127879
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,878 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,878 miles
    Test number
    377152617135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,177 miles (+2,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,177 miles
    Test number
    259123643380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass105,635 miles (+2,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,635 miles
    Test number
    925516049485
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass103,516 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,516 miles
    Test number
    918443068133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,608 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,608 miles
    Test number
    105278817128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,675 miles (+2,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,675 miles
    Test number
    368818438391
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass93,698 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    93,698 miles
    Test number
    267227005030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,093 miles (+3,692)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,093 miles
    Test number
    149988604449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,401 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    88,401 miles
    Test number
    245145413012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,781 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    82,781 miles
    Test number
    296245222026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail82,741 miles (+6,595)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,741 miles
    Test number
    847684622089
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass76,146 miles (+5,831)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,146 miles
    Test number
    685465121019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,315 miles (+7,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    512596900098
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass62,580 miles (+6,394)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,580 miles
    Test number
    820480229061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,186 miles
    Test number
    734559718179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,186 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,186 miles
    Test number
    150959418189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Note255/40zr19 100y bridgestone potenza re040

Questions about K18 THC

Does K18 THC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 THC is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 THC?
The MOT on K18 THC is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 THC done?
K18 THC was recorded at 117,471 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,460 miles a year.
Has K18 THC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 THC has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on K18 THC 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 K18 THC find?
K18 THC passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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