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Audi A5

Red · Diesel · 2010 · 1,698 cc

L3 TDMMOT history

L3 TDM is a red diesel Audi A5 first used on 15 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 157,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

L3 TDM red Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,373 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 TDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 TDM was last recorded at 157,373 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,165 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
208 miles
Average per year
11,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,373 miles
  • 2025 – 140,965 miles
  • 2024 – 122,599 miles
  • 2023 – 111,562 miles
  • 2022 – 96,493 miles
  • 2021 – 82,144 miles
  • 2020 – 76,529 miles
  • 2019 – 61,864 miles
  • 2018 – 42,164 miles
  • 2017 – 29,678 miles
  • 2016 – 29,365 miles
  • 2015 – 28,152 miles
  • 2014 – 23,909 miles
  • 2013 – 14,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,373 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,373 miles (+208)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,373 miles
    Test number
    266179725258
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail157,165 miles (+16,200)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,165 miles
    Test number
    908114856255
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass140,965 miles (+18,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    140,965 miles
    Test number
    508598659304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass122,599 miles (+11,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    122,599 miles
    Test number
    442534447755
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamps corroded

  5. Pass111,562 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,562 miles
    Test number
    110367842657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail111,550 miles (+15,057)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,550 miles
    Test number
    909738572796
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,493 miles (+14,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,493 miles
    Test number
    430128094278
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted

  8. Pass82,144 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    419898931480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail82,142 miles (+5,613)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,142 miles
    Test number
    262710921589
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,529 miles (+14,665)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,529 miles
    Test number
    517906788588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,864 miles (+19,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,864 miles
    Test number
    800807052644
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  12. Pass42,164 miles (+12,486)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,164 miles
    Test number
    666316301507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmmisions to clean to read
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  13. Pass29,678 miles (+313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,678 miles
    Test number
    797342369563
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  14. Pass29,365 miles (+1,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    29,365 miles
    Test number
    832639628421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cuts to tyre sidewall

  15. Pass28,152 miles (+4,243)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,152 miles
    Test number
    837833139999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,909 miles (+9,121)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    23,909 miles
    Test number
    377376354382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    14,788 miles
    Test number
    889397253365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 TDM

Does L3 TDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 TDM is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 TDM?
The MOT on L3 TDM is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 TDM done?
L3 TDM was recorded at 157,373 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 11,617 miles a year.
Has L3 TDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 TDM has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 TDM 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 TDM find?
L3 TDM passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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