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Audi Q5

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,967 cc

L20 DBJMOT history

L20 DBJ is a grey diesel Audi Q5 first used on 14 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 92,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

L20 DBJ grey Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,591 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 DBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 DBJ was last recorded at 92,591 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 4,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,932 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,659 miles
Average per year
4,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,591 miles
  • 2025 – 87,932 miles
  • 2024 – 84,040 miles
  • 2023 – 79,190 miles
  • 2022 – 72,922 miles
  • 2021 – 65,261 miles
  • 2020 – 61,523 miles
  • 2019 – 56,289 miles
  • 2018 – 51,328 miles
  • 2017 – 47,515 miles
  • 2016 – 44,177 miles
  • 2015 – 40,583 miles
  • 2014 – 37,433 miles
  • 2013 – 34,963 miles
  • 2012 – 32,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,591 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,591 miles
    Test number
    640414864182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,591 miles (+4,659)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,591 miles
    Test number
    608596426138
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  3. Pass87,932 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,932 miles
    Test number
    476048643996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,925 miles (+3,885)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,925 miles
    Test number
    873434050628
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass84,040 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    688495471312
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail84,040 miles (+4,850)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    937478077082
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass79,190 miles (+6,268)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,190 miles
    Test number
    314606989213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,922 miles (+7,661)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,922 miles
    Test number
    373026559437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,261 miles (+3,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,261 miles
    Test number
    161359487732
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test item removed from screen

  10. Pass61,523 miles (+5,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,523 miles
    Test number
    381058601501
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam removed from screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass56,289 miles (+4,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,289 miles
    Test number
    563510256414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low

  12. Pass51,328 miles (+3,813)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    51,328 miles
    Test number
    359714335712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,515 miles (+3,338)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,515 miles
    Test number
    226832011373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,177 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,177 miles
    Test number
    326095128398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,583 miles (+3,150)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,583 miles
    Test number
    936672155055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,433 miles (+2,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,433 miles
    Test number
    386980764096
    • NoteAll 4 tyres are cracked 255/45/20

  17. Pass34,963 miles (+2,581)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    789038063068
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  18. Pass32,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,382 miles
    Test number
    148303672080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 DBJ

Does L20 DBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 DBJ is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 DBJ?
The MOT on L20 DBJ is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 DBJ done?
L20 DBJ was recorded at 92,591 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 4,302 miles a year.
Has L20 DBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 DBJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 DBJ 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 DBJ find?
L20 DBJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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