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Audi A5

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 4,163 cc

L18 MEUMOT history

L18 MEU is a blue petrol Audi A5 first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

L18 MEU blue Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
99,507 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 MEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 MEU was last recorded at 99,507 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,836 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
671 miles
Average per year
4,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,507 miles
  • 2024 – 98,836 miles
  • 2023 – 97,692 miles
  • 2022 – 92,017 miles
  • 2021 – 85,511 miles
  • 2020 – 83,361 miles
  • 2019 – 81,499 miles
  • 2018 – 75,786 miles
  • 2017 – 71,116 miles
  • 2016 – 65,625 miles
  • 2015 – 59,742 miles
  • 2013 – 41,780 miles
  • 2012 – 34,854 miles
  • 2011 – 29,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,507 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    99,507 miles
    Test number
    496586217185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail99,507 miles (+671)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,507 miles
    Test number
    321970832029
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass98,836 miles (+1,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,836 miles
    Test number
    563165135454
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass97,692 miles (+5,675)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,692 miles
    Test number
    395147187027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,017 miles
    Test number
    423307769762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,017 miles (+11)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,017 miles
    Test number
    656030798631
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail92,006 miles (+6,495)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,006 miles
    Test number
    551886417449
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has nails (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass85,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,511 miles
    Test number
    915989261046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,511 miles (+2,150)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,511 miles
    Test number
    457644971421
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass83,361 miles (+1,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,361 miles
    Test number
    720308572996
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass81,499 miles (+5,713)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    828325761680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,786 miles
    Test number
    922989309661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,774 miles (+4,658)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,774 miles
    Test number
    401969151158
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items
  14. Pass71,116 miles (+5,491)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    71,116 miles
    Test number
    886152798451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,625 miles (+5,883)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,625 miles
    Test number
    530660385066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,742 miles
    Test number
    296176725496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    138784994403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass41,780 miles (+6,926)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,780 miles
    Test number
    456505983054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,854 miles (+5,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,854 miles
    Test number
    599405892012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass29,584 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,584 miles
    Test number
    166533301136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,479 miles2 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,479 miles
    Test number
    108285491431
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about L18 MEU

Does L18 MEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 MEU is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 MEU?
The MOT on L18 MEU is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 MEU done?
L18 MEU was recorded at 99,507 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 4,807 miles a year.
Has L18 MEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 MEU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 MEU 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 L18 MEU find?
L18 MEU passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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