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Audi A5

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 4,163 cc

K29 YDEMOT history

K29 YDE is a grey petrol Audi A5 first used on 6 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

K29 YDE grey Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
121,638 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 YDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 YDE was last recorded at 121,638 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 13,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,896 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,742 miles
Average per year
6,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,638 miles
  • 2025 – 107,896 miles
  • 2024 – 93,408 miles
  • 2023 – 87,446 miles
  • 2022 – 82,306 miles
  • 2021 – 74,417 miles
  • 2020 – 69,770 miles
  • 2019 – 65,161 miles
  • 2018 – 64,746 miles
  • 2017 – 62,831 miles
  • 2016 – 56,680 miles
  • 2015 – 42,230 miles
  • 2014 – 32,558 miles
  • 2013 – 26,194 miles
  • 2012 – 24,065 miles
  • 2011 – 18,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,638 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,638 miles (+13,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    229897281248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass107,896 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,896 miles
    Test number
    205908637688
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail107,844 miles (+14,436)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,844 miles
    Test number
    166558753042
    • DangerousOffside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass93,408 miles (+54)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,408 miles
    Test number
    657663669259
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail93,354 miles (+5,908)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,354 miles
    Test number
    555979367671
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass87,446 miles (+5,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,446 miles
    Test number
    442281037328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak
  7. Pass82,306 miles (+7,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,306 miles
    Test number
    780270536264
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass74,417 miles (+4,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,417 miles
    Test number
    911066487208
    • AdvisorySlight windscreen damage
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  9. Pass69,770 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,770 miles
    Test number
    519324809463
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring view of components
  10. Fail69,770 miles (+4,609)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,770 miles
    Test number
    440924594809
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring view of components
  11. Pass65,161 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    65,161 miles
    Test number
    699577564730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,746 miles (+1,915)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,746 miles
    Test number
    468142126972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,831 miles (+6,151)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,831 miles
    Test number
    996541108964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,680 miles (+14,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,680 miles
    Test number
    502900293804
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass42,230 miles (+9,672)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,230 miles
    Test number
    516189185123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,558 miles (+6,364)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,558 miles
    Test number
    796799384132
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass26,194 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,194 miles
    Test number
    115019683174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,065 miles
    Test number
    527478582129
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Fail24,065 miles (+5,673)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,065 miles
    Test number
    158587182164
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Pass18,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,392 miles
    Test number
    369655451075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about K29 YDE

Does K29 YDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 YDE is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 YDE?
The MOT on K29 YDE is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 YDE done?
K29 YDE was recorded at 121,638 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 6,924 miles a year.
Has K29 YDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 YDE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on K29 YDE 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 K29 YDE find?
K29 YDE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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