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Audi A5

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L21 JCBMOT history

L21 JCB is a blue diesel Audi A5 first used on 27 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 16 MOT tests, with 145,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

L21 JCB blue Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
145,215 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
8 passed · 8 failed
Per year
14,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 JCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 JCB was last recorded at 145,215 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,214 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
14,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,215 miles
  • 2025 – 132,506 miles
  • 2024 – 114,453 miles
  • 2023 – 98,408 miles
  • 2022 – 82,614 miles
  • 2021 – 68,845 miles
  • 2020 – 51,780 miles
  • 2019 – 42,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,215 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,215 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    145,215 miles
    Test number
    825210031626
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail145,214 miles (+74)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,214 miles
    Test number
    926183574498
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail145,140 miles (+12,634)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,140 miles
    Test number
    546113139694
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass132,506 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    132,506 miles
    Test number
    459861787632
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail132,506 miles (+44)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,506 miles
    Test number
    467999534871
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,462 miles (+18,009)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,462 miles
    Test number
    770123329501
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    140992452165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail114,453 miles (+16,045)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    402741732598
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  9. Pass98,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    98,408 miles
    Test number
    753959398774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,408 miles (+15,794)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,408 miles
    Test number
    310127377065
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass82,614 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    978465277290
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail82,614 miles (+13,769)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    564885795298
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass68,845 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,845 miles
    Test number
    962032125213
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail68,845 miles (+17,065)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,845 miles
    Test number
    496118300130
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass51,780 miles (+8,891)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    51,780 miles
    Test number
    181986958238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    42,889 miles
    Test number
    248666659631
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L21 JCB

Does L21 JCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 JCB is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 JCB?
The MOT on L21 JCB is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 JCB done?
L21 JCB was recorded at 145,215 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 14,560 miles a year.
Has L21 JCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 JCB has failed 8 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 JCB 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 L21 JCB find?
L21 JCB passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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