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Audi A8

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,967 cc

L20 ARVMOT history

L20 ARV is a black diesel Audi A8 first used on 12 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 168,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
168,428 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 ARV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 ARV was last recorded at 168,428 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 11,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,073 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,355 miles
Average per year
6,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,428 miles
  • 2025 – 157,073 miles
  • 2024 – 154,923 miles
  • 2022 – 149,715 miles
  • 2021 – 143,288 miles
  • 2020 – 137,878 miles
  • 2019 – 130,757 miles
  • 2018 – 122,084 miles
  • 2017 – 117,149 miles
  • 2016 – 114,414 miles
  • 2015 – 107,492 miles
  • 2014 – 100,656 miles
  • 2013 – 93,180 miles
  • 2012 – 76,826 miles
  • 2011 – 73,223 miles
  • 2010 – 65,043 miles
  • 2009 – 64,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,428 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,428 miles (+11,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    168,428 miles
    Test number
    860023849305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass157,073 miles (+2,150)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    157,073 miles
    Test number
    930889590528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass154,923 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,923 miles
    Test number
    526714104587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,715 miles (+6,427)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,715 miles
    Test number
    153750200337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,288 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,288 miles
    Test number
    863779841504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,284 miles (+5,406)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,284 miles
    Test number
    664671065173
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    137,878 miles
    Test number
    235346889039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,878 miles (+7,121)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,878 miles
    Test number
    281098138617
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  9. Pass130,757 miles (+8,673)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,757 miles
    Test number
    882222755450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,084 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,084 miles
    Test number
    969562090776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,067 miles (+4,918)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,067 miles
    Test number
    402747610023
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass117,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    117,149 miles
    Test number
    162552249817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slight perishing to the upper bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slight age perishing to the upper bushes (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail117,149 miles (+2,735)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,149 miles
    Test number
    159818107750
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slight perishing to the upper bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slight age perishing to the upper bushes (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass114,414 miles (+6,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,414 miles
    Test number
    993334591017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Offside upper suspension arm bonded bushes starting to age deteriate (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass107,492 miles (+6,836)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,492 miles
    Test number
    535665715108
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks forning in tread

  16. Pass100,656 miles (+7,476)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,656 miles
    Test number
    547853514149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,180 miles (+642)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,180 miles
    Test number
    277955013412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWipers smeering slightly

  18. Fail92,538 miles (+15,712)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,538 miles
    Test number
    956968103197
    • FailureElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWipers smeering slightly

  19. Pass76,826 miles (+3,603)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,826 miles
    Test number
    417506112137
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass73,223 miles (+8,180)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,223 miles
    Test number
    235662491077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,043 miles (+138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,043 miles
    Test number
    594365440194
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass64,905 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,905 miles
    Test number
    610420229338
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Fail64,905 miles (+12,003)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,905 miles
    Test number
    192326719314
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  24. Pass52,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,902 miles
    Test number
    901454889013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 ARV

Does L20 ARV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 ARV is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 ARV?
The MOT on L20 ARV is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 ARV done?
L20 ARV was recorded at 168,428 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 6,873 miles a year.
Has L20 ARV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 ARV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L20 ARV 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 L20 ARV find?
L20 ARV passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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