Audi logo

Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,771 cc

L18 PPYMOT history

L18 PPY is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 149,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
149,799 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,003 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L18 PPY in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L18 PPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,771 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 PPY was last recorded at 149,799 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 1,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,931 miles · 29 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,868 miles
Average per year
4,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,799 miles
  • 2024 – 147,931 miles
  • 2023 – 140,517 miles
  • 2022 – 136,100 miles
  • 2021 – 129,388 miles
  • 2020 – 118,358 miles
  • 2019 – 104,414 miles
  • 2018 – 101,441 miles
  • 2017 – 100,202 miles
  • 2016 – 97,964 miles
  • 2015 – 95,932 miles
  • 2014 – 94,276 miles
  • 2013 – 91,883 miles
  • 2011 – 88,789 miles
  • 2010 – 85,412 miles
  • 2009 – 82,578 miles
  • 2008 – 78,044 miles
  • 2007 – 74,507 miles
  • 2006 – 69,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,799 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,799 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    149,799 miles
    Test number
    179693385236
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read2 dangerous1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    880004204831
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,931 miles5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,931 miles
    Test number
    440568383126
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket/modified suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryStretched tyres fitted

  4. FailMileage not read5 major5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    588107786855
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket/modified suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryStretched tyres fitted

  5. Fail147,815 miles (+7,298)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,815 miles
    Test number
    729191913963
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are perished
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn smooth, strong advise to change (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has stretched tyres

  6. Pass140,517 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,517 miles
    Test number
    209796822922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass136,100 miles (+6,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,100 miles
    Test number
    789000166492
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in mud unable check properly in cluding brake pipes

  8. Pass129,388 miles (+11,030)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,388 miles
    Test number
    281548242608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,358 miles (+13,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    118,358 miles
    Test number
    989817421687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass104,414 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    104,414 miles
    Test number
    943047609824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    101,441 miles
    Test number
    915858526661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,441 miles (+1,239)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,441 miles
    Test number
    516468898786
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass100,202 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    100,202 miles
    Test number
    473260073248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,964 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    97,964 miles
    Test number
    488803938003
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rears (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner surfaces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail97,964 miles (+2,032)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,964 miles
    Test number
    867500964241
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rears (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner surfaces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass95,932 miles (+1,656)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,932 miles
    Test number
    739628125072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass94,276 miles (+2,393)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,276 miles
    Test number
    926574234031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass91,883 miles (+3,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,883 miles
    Test number
    876452603087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  19. Pass88,789 miles (+3,377)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,789 miles
    Test number
    268024851358
    • NoteSLIGHT WEEP NSF OUTER CV BOOT.

  20. Pass85,412 miles (+2,834)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    85,412 miles
    Test number
    334965750363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,578 miles (+4,534)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,578 miles
    Test number
    522409749385
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre wearing low on inner edge.

  22. Pass78,044 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    78,044 miles
    Test number
    792791498228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,507 miles (+4,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    74,507 miles
    Test number
    460330497215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass69,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    69,973 miles
    Test number
    554639046293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 PPY

Does L18 PPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 PPY is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 PPY?
The MOT on L18 PPY is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 PPY done?
L18 PPY was recorded at 149,799 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 4,003 miles a year.
Has L18 PPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 PPY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 PPY 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 PPY find?
L18 PPY passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all L18P registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.