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Audi Q5

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,984 cc

L21 MLPMOT history

L21 MLP is a grey petrol Audi Q5 first used on 28 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 108,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

L21 MLP grey Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
108,472 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 MLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 MLP was last recorded at 108,472 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 3,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,837 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,635 miles
Average per year
5,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,472 miles
  • 2025 – 104,837 miles
  • 2024 – 101,515 miles
  • 2023 – 95,415 miles
  • 2022 – 90,063 miles
  • 2021 – 85,732 miles
  • 2020 – 78,111 miles
  • 2019 – 72,925 miles
  • 2018 – 62,400 miles
  • 2017 – 52,819 miles
  • 2016 – 47,564 miles
  • 2015 – 47,559 miles
  • 2014 – 35,207 miles
  • 2012 – 25,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,472 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,472 miles (+3,635)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    108,472 miles
    Test number
    893838996122
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass104,837 miles (+3,322)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,837 miles
    Test number
    160378215302
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,515 miles (+6,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,515 miles
    Test number
    899852658347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust heatshield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,415 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,415 miles
    Test number
    419491129617
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail95,374 miles (+5,311)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,374 miles
    Test number
    939176645558
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass90,063 miles (+4,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,063 miles
    Test number
    757874797575
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass85,732 miles (+7,621)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,732 miles
    Test number
    958990970130
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass78,111 miles (+5,186)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,111 miles
    Test number
    814125731114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,925 miles (+10,525)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,925 miles
    Test number
    388789033535
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass62,400 miles (+3,272)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,400 miles
    Test number
    120316109090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,128 miles (+6,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,128 miles
    Test number
    377338720446
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWasher fluid low

  12. Pass52,819 miles (+5,255)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    116101855020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,564 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,564 miles
    Test number
    394609237272
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Fail47,559 miles (+4,227)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,559 miles
    Test number
    583262208099
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass43,332 miles (+8,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    43,332 miles
    Test number
    765606855035
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass35,207 miles (+9,976)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,207 miles
    Test number
    307869954090
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear tyre sidewall

  17. Pass25,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,231 miles
    Test number
    798148262254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 MLP

Does L21 MLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 MLP is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 MLP?
The MOT on L21 MLP is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 MLP done?
L21 MLP was recorded at 108,472 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,945 miles a year.
Has L21 MLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 MLP has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L21 MLP 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 MLP find?
L21 MLP passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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