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Audi A5

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,698 cc

L29 STSMOT history

L29 STS is a grey diesel Audi A5 first used on 31 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 108,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

L29 STS grey Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,201 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 STS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 STS was last recorded at 108,201 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 6,776 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,425 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,776 miles
Average per year
3,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,201 miles
  • 2024 – 101,425 miles
  • 2023 – 94,654 miles
  • 2021 – 91,698 miles
  • 2020 – 88,378 miles
  • 2019 – 84,628 miles
  • 2018 – 82,519 miles
  • 2017 – 81,476 miles
  • 2016 – 78,713 miles
  • 2015 – 76,375 miles
  • 2014 – 67,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,201 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,201 miles (+6,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,201 miles
    Test number
    556675694111
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass101,425 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    101,425 miles
    Test number
    449561687097
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail101,419 miles (+6,765)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,419 miles
    Test number
    569940690152
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.04mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass94,654 miles (+2,956)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,654 miles
    Test number
    964903004630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,698 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,698 miles
    Test number
    230645262628
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail91,573 miles (+3,195)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,573 miles
    Test number
    388750002689
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass88,378 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,378 miles
    Test number
    324997959986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,628 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,628 miles
    Test number
    899426629058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,627 miles (+1,011)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,627 miles
    Test number
    712525246213
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass83,616 miles (+1,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,616 miles
    Test number
    558551368932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre edge wear and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass82,519 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,519 miles
    Test number
    873248606213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,476 miles (+2,763)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,476 miles
    Test number
    355489891259
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring inspection of certain components.
    • 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)
  13. Pass78,713 miles (+2,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,713 miles
    Test number
    278584123925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front advise: slight cut to outer tyre wall, but not deep enough to reach ply or cords
    • AdvisoryAdvise: engine covers obscuring some items.
    • AdvisoryAdvise: under trays obscuring some items.
  14. Pass76,375 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,375 miles
    Test number
    139556225404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail76,375 miles (+8,693)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,375 miles
    Test number
    918056225097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass67,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,682 miles
    Test number
    165867104057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 STS

Does L29 STS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 STS is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 STS?
The MOT on L29 STS is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 STS done?
L29 STS was recorded at 108,201 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 3,337 miles a year.
Has L29 STS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 STS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L29 STS 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 L29 STS find?
L29 STS passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components.

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