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Audi A5

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

L16 RCKMOT history

L16 RCK is a blue diesel Audi A5 first used on 15 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 212,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

L16 RCK blue Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
212,624 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 RCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 RCK was last recorded at 212,624 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,291 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
333 miles
Average per year
12,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,624 miles
  • 2025 – 195,702 miles
  • 2024 – 183,238 miles
  • 2023 – 167,774 miles
  • 2022 – 159,432 miles
  • 2021 – 148,881 miles
  • 2019 – 125,897 miles
  • 2018 – 112,611 miles
  • 2017 – 96,118 miles
  • 2016 – 81,297 miles
  • 2015 – 69,242 miles
  • 2014 – 58,806 miles
  • 2013 – 42,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,624 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front suspension arms upper bushes split o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear coil springs rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underside rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,624 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    212,624 miles
    Test number
    653356583105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail212,291 miles (+16,589)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,291 miles
    Test number
    987671559632
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  3. Pass195,702 miles (+406)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    195,702 miles
    Test number
    932819677556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail195,296 miles (+12,058)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,296 miles
    Test number
    840108855728
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure rear heat shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass183,238 miles (+248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    183,238 miles
    Test number
    938891033767
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail182,990 miles (+15,216)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,990 miles
    Test number
    976651357607
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure heat shield rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass167,774 miles (+289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    167,774 miles
    Test number
    571036645681
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms upper bushes split o/s
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty
  8. Fail167,485 miles (+8,053)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,485 miles
    Test number
    113097543292
    • MajorExhaust system insecure heat shield (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms upper bushes split o/s
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty
  9. Pass159,432 miles (+10,551)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    159,432 miles
    Test number
    353038667285
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge and close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on edges
  10. Pass148,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    148,881 miles
    Test number
    365332069405
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
  11. Fail148,881 miles (+22,984)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,881 miles
    Test number
    411179444683
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
  12. Pass125,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,897 miles
    Test number
    129347581530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail125,895 miles (+13,284)4 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    481378696811
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  14. Pass112,611 miles (+16,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    112,611 miles
    Test number
    212365682746
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slight wear
  15. Pass96,118 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,118 miles
    Test number
    919848496077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,948 miles (+14,651)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,948 miles
    Test number
    154651445896
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  17. Pass81,297 miles (+12,055)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,297 miles
    Test number
    334626541932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,242 miles (+10,436)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    336905265014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted only partial check
  19. Pass58,806 miles (+16,788)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,806 miles
    Test number
    698487824086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,018 miles
    Test number
    658312543027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 RCK

Does L16 RCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 RCK is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 RCK?
The MOT on L16 RCK is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 RCK done?
L16 RCK was recorded at 212,624 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 12,743 miles a year.
Has L16 RCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 RCK has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 RCK 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 L16 RCK find?
L16 RCK passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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