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Audi A5

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L3 RSSMOT history

L3 RSS is a black diesel Audi A5 first used on 20 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 188,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

L3 RSS black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
188,839 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 RSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 RSS was last recorded at 188,839 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,839 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
15,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,839 miles
  • 2025 – 181,775 miles
  • 2024 – 172,593 miles
  • 2023 – 157,463 miles
  • 2022 – 136,315 miles
  • 2021 – 117,461 miles
  • 2020 – 97,776 miles
  • 2019 – 77,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,839 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Front no.plate cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • All road wheels scraped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

11 tests since 21 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    188,839 miles
    Test number
    579622309342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail188,839 miles (+7,064)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,839 miles
    Test number
    598353340323
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated
  3. Pass181,775 miles (+9,182)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    181,775 miles
    Test number
    897751243969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,593 miles (+15,130)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    172,593 miles
    Test number
    495654177482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass157,463 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    157,463 miles
    Test number
    417436067424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels scraped
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate cracked
  6. Fail157,463 miles (+21,148)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,463 miles
    Test number
    645977327503
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels scraped
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate cracked
  7. Pass136,315 miles (+18,854)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,315 miles
    Test number
    161077487748
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheel rims scraped
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside rear road wheel repaired
  8. Pass117,461 miles (+19,685)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    117,461 miles
    Test number
    525696218437
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels scraped on rims
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  9. Pass97,776 miles (+20,429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    969254262030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel repaired
  10. Pass77,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    391186778587
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to outer wall of n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and belly pans fitted
  11. Fail77,347 miles2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    449499726477
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to outer wall of n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and belly pans fitted

Questions about L3 RSS

Does L3 RSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 RSS is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 RSS?
The MOT on L3 RSS is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 RSS done?
L3 RSS was recorded at 188,839 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 15,155 miles a year.
Has L3 RSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 RSS has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 RSS 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 L3 RSS find?
L3 RSS passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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