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Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

L28 AXTMOT history

L28 AXT is a silver diesel Audi A5 first used on 20 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 151,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

L28 AXT silver Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
151,905 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 AXT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
20 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 AXT was last recorded at 151,905 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 8,334 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Feb 2020: 111,604 miles, lower than 118,647 miles on 4 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,571 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,334 miles
Average per year
8,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,905 miles
  • 2025 – 143,571 miles
  • 2024 – 136,399 miles
  • 2023 – 130,731 miles
  • 2022 – 124,879 miles
  • 2021 – 119,148 miles
  • 2020 – 111,606 miles
  • 2018 – 118,647 miles
  • 2016 – 65,594 miles
  • 2015 – 58,651 miles
  • 2014 – 48,432 miles
  • 2013 – 39,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,905 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,905 miles (+8,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    151,905 miles
    Test number
    601158872653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,571 miles
    Test number
    201555904690
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail143,570 miles (+7,171)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,570 miles
    Test number
    602458235515
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass136,399 miles (+5,668)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    136,399 miles
    Test number
    660926283576
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing kerb damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass130,731 miles (+5,852)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,731 miles
    Test number
    810394347814
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated REAR ARM JOINT (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY LOW AND VERY CLOSE TO EXPOSING CORDS ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass124,879 miles (+58)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    124,879 miles
    Test number
    570819015213
    • MinorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose mounting damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat not fully secured

  7. Fail124,821 miles (+5,673)1 dangerous3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,821 miles
    Test number
    835511352988
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose mounting damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat not fully secured

  8. Pass119,148 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,148 miles
    Test number
    213170331841
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F seat poorly secured
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail119,148 miles (+7,542)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,148 miles
    Test number
    596820995627
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F seat poorly secured
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass111,606 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,606 miles
    Test number
    202665877753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,604 miles (-7,043)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,604 miles
    Test number
    790631200297
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass118,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,647 miles
    Test number
    708223568403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail118,647 miles (+26,070)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,647 miles
    Test number
    894608060261
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass92,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    122693204148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,577 miles (+26,983)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    116568931884
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyres

  16. Pass65,594 miles (+6,943)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,594 miles
    Test number
    473585481731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,651 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    885613111574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,065 miles (+6,633)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,065 miles
    Test number
    107598065094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,432 miles (+8,954)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,432 miles
    Test number
    486592164027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,478 miles
    Test number
    387618823055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 AXT

Does L28 AXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 AXT is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 AXT?
The MOT on L28 AXT is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 AXT done?
L28 AXT was recorded at 151,905 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 8,291 miles a year.
Has L28 AXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 AXT has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L28 AXT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Feb 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L28 AXT find?
L28 AXT passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes both.

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