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Audi A5

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,698 cc

L26 DWBMOT history

L26 DWB is a grey diesel Audi A5 first used on 8 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 108,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L26 DWB grey Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
108,393 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 DWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 DWB was last recorded at 108,393 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 4,963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,430 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,963 miles
Average per year
5,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,393 miles
  • 2025 – 103,430 miles
  • 2024 – 98,484 miles
  • 2023 – 92,793 miles
  • 2022 – 87,328 miles
  • 2021 – 80,687 miles
  • 2020 – 77,600 miles
  • 2019 – 57,548 miles
  • 2018 – 51,591 miles
  • 2017 – 48,844 miles
  • 2016 – 45,466 miles
  • 2015 – 40,918 miles
  • 2014 – 33,940 miles
  • 2013 – 28,325 miles
  • 2012 – 22,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,393 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front tyres tread wearing bald on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    108,393 miles
    Test number
    687969268654
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail108,393 miles (+4,963)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,393 miles
    Test number
    442763261863
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass103,430 miles (+4,946)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    729283493803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,484 miles (+5,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,484 miles
    Test number
    695586866773
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleave/clamp corroded broken

  5. Pass92,793 miles (+5,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,793 miles
    Test number
    270226424472
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamping sleave corroded

  6. Pass87,328 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,328 miles
    Test number
    325185647168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,687 miles (+2,920)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,687 miles
    Test number
    724431291977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,767 miles (+167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,767 miles
    Test number
    519968930727
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  9. Pass77,600 miles (+20,052)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,600 miles
    Test number
    839919983294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,548 miles
    Test number
    131053777679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,548 miles (+2,164)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,548 miles
    Test number
    699981531076
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass55,384 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2020
    Odometer
    55,384 miles
    Test number
    949606343170
    • AdvisoryFront tyres tread wearing bald on inner edges

  13. Fail55,373 miles (+3,782)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    735770989676
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lifting/distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lifting/distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres tread wearing bald on inner edges

  14. Pass51,591 miles (+2,747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,591 miles
    Test number
    330598520597
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCuts noted & deformation of inner tread to nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass48,844 miles (+3,378)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,844 miles
    Test number
    351435132742
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisorySlight deformation noted of nearside rear tyre inner tread edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass45,466 miles (+4,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,466 miles
    Test number
    444132960528
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass40,918 miles (+6,978)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,918 miles
    Test number
    247545235443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,940 miles (+5,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,940 miles
    Test number
    557819524136
    • 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)

  19. Pass28,325 miles (+5,952)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,325 miles
    Test number
    977404523146
    • NoteNearside front tyre split near bead rim
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing and stepped on inner edge
    • NoteWindscreen wiper blades smearing slight

  20. Pass22,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,373 miles
    Test number
    496287732116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 DWB

Does L26 DWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 DWB is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 DWB?
The MOT on L26 DWB is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 DWB done?
L26 DWB was recorded at 108,393 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 5,987 miles a year.
Has L26 DWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 DWB has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 DWB 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 L26 DWB find?
L26 DWB passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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