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Audi A5

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,698 cc

L13 HPLMOT history

L13 HPL is a white diesel Audi A5 first used on 17 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 139,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

L13 HPL white Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
139,316 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 HPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
17 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 HPL was last recorded at 139,316 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 3,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Sept 2019: 104,268 miles, lower than 104,286 miles on 21 Sept 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,132 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,184 miles
Average per year
8,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,316 miles
  • 2025 – 136,132 miles
  • 2024 – 132,767 miles
  • 2023 – 130,174 miles
  • 2022 – 128,314 miles
  • 2021 – 119,131 miles
  • 2020 – 109,903 miles
  • 2019 – 104,268 miles
  • 2018 – 91,807 miles
  • 2017 – 81,072 miles
  • 2016 – 70,884 miles
  • 2015 – 61,927 miles
  • 2014 – 46,705 miles
  • 2013 – 35,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,316 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside part of lower forward suspension arms (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,316 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    139,316 miles
    Test number
    267828017265
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside part of lower forward suspension arms (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Fail139,316 miles (+3,184)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,316 miles
    Test number
    873374679358
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside part of lower forward suspension arms (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Pass136,132 miles (+3,365)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,132 miles
    Test number
    607389596542
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  4. Pass132,767 miles (+6)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,767 miles
    Test number
    186516635328
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers restricting full inspection of vehicle
  5. Fail132,761 miles (+2,587)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,761 miles
    Test number
    732689319073
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres showing wear on inner edges
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve clamp corroded and slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass130,174 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,174 miles
    Test number
    844394529354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,314 miles (+9,183)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,314 miles
    Test number
    432492339290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower [rear stabiliser] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower [rear stabiliser] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass119,131 miles (+9,228)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,131 miles
    Test number
    560882935828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,903 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    109,903 miles
    Test number
    573624524385
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail109,903 miles (+5,635)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,903 miles
    Test number
    608226053998
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass104,268 miles (-18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,268 miles
    Test number
    630699664476
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail104,286 miles (+12,479)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,286 miles
    Test number
    152602038782
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass91,807 miles (+10,735)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,807 miles
    Test number
    400096645237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted
  14. Pass81,072 miles (+10,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,072 miles
    Test number
    458847450621
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryE.m.l light on dash
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  15. Pass70,884 miles (+8,957)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,884 miles
    Test number
    623474420060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,927 miles (+15,222)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,927 miles
    Test number
    872069298821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,705 miles (+11,691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,705 miles
    Test number
    839213414229
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  18. Pass35,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,014 miles
    Test number
    296362553467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 HPL

Does L13 HPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 HPL is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 HPL?
The MOT on L13 HPL is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 HPL done?
L13 HPL was recorded at 139,316 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 8,165 miles a year.
Has L13 HPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 HPL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 HPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Sept 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L13 HPL find?
L13 HPL passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside part of lower forward suspension arms.

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