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Audi A5

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 2,967 cc

K81 NCEMOT history

K81 NCE is a blue diesel Audi A5 first used on 17 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 117,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

K81 NCE blue Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
117,845 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K81 NCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
17 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K81 NCE was last recorded at 117,845 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 12,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,513 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,332 miles
Average per year
8,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,845 miles
  • 2025 – 105,513 miles
  • 2024 – 98,698 miles
  • 2023 – 91,673 miles
  • 2022 – 83,781 miles
  • 2021 – 76,925 miles
  • 2020 – 73,307 miles
  • 2019 – 62,982 miles
  • 2018 – 53,741 miles
  • 2017 – 43,210 miles
  • 2016 – 34,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,845 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,845 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    117,845 miles
    Test number
    876929345867
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail117,845 miles (+12,332)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,845 miles
    Test number
    904287369648
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass105,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    105,513 miles
    Test number
    947371530825
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail105,513 miles (+6,815)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,513 miles
    Test number
    741147460587
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre wearing badly inner edge of tread and several cuts to outer sidewall also
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge due to uneven wear inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass98,698 miles (+7,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    98,698 miles
    Test number
    596667380800
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  6. Pass91,673 miles (+7,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,673 miles
    Test number
    723787770109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass83,781 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,781 miles
    Test number
    985002177236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail83,780 miles (+6,855)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,780 miles
    Test number
    809763538247
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass76,925 miles (+3,618)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,925 miles
    Test number
    272988088930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,307 miles (+10,325)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,307 miles
    Test number
    368766230418
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass62,982 miles (+9,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,982 miles
    Test number
    569754772750
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  12. Pass53,741 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,741 miles
    Test number
    476981169072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,737 miles (+10,527)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,737 miles
    Test number
    950319140554
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre three nails
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass43,210 miles (+8,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,210 miles
    Test number
    246677615093
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  15. Pass34,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,716 miles
    Test number
    719717854180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K81 NCE

Does K81 NCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K81 NCE is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K81 NCE?
The MOT on K81 NCE is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K81 NCE done?
K81 NCE was recorded at 117,845 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 8,401 miles a year.
Has K81 NCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K81 NCE has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K81 NCE 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 K81 NCE find?
K81 NCE passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rearward; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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