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Audi A5

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,698 cc

L20 WBSMOT history

L20 WBS is a grey diesel Audi A5 first used on 10 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2023 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 185,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2022.

L20 WBS grey Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2023
Mileage
185,774 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 WBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 WBS was last recorded at 185,774 miles on 3 Aug 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,771 miles · 7 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
10,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,774 miles
  • 2021 – 185,771 miles
  • 2020 – 185,259 miles
  • 2019 – 161,072 miles
  • 2018 – 145,802 miles
  • 2017 – 140,484 miles
  • 2016 – 130,099 miles
  • 2014 – 122,686 miles
  • 2013 – 103,173 miles
  • 2012 – 82,593 miles
  • 2011 – 60,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,774 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,774 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    185,774 miles
    Test number
    566530867163
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass185,771 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    185,771 miles
    Test number
    383653603023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail185,771 miles (+512)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,771 miles
    Test number
    859402116275
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass185,259 miles (+24,187)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    185,259 miles
    Test number
    588507984800
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass161,072 miles (+15,270)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    161,072 miles
    Test number
    266587561947
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass145,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    145,802 miles
    Test number
    496037593938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,802 miles (+5,318)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,802 miles
    Test number
    304960601647
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing from inside
  8. Pass140,484 miles (+10,385)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    140,484 miles
    Test number
    398949451781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    130,099 miles
    Test number
    190836092370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,099 miles (+7,413)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,099 miles
    Test number
    827744163420
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR ARM REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass122,686 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    122,686 miles
    Test number
    307013914017
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Fail122,686 miles (+19,513)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,686 miles
    Test number
    235913814013
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyre worn inside edge
  13. Pass103,173 miles (+20,580)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    103,173 miles
    Test number
    535741933048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly
  14. Pass82,593 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    82,593 miles
    Test number
    149681312454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,554 miles (+22,199)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,554 miles
    Test number
    717130912058
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  16. Pass60,355 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    60,355 miles
    Test number
    866580111013
    • 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)

Questions about L20 WBS

Does L20 WBS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 WBS expired on 6 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 WBS?
The MOT on L20 WBS expired on 6 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 WBS done?
L20 WBS was recorded at 185,774 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2022, an average of 10,848 miles a year.
Has L20 WBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 WBS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on L20 WBS 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 WBS find?
L20 WBS passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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