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Audi Q5

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L4 SBMMOT history

L4 SBM is a blue diesel Audi Q5 first used on 25 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 114,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L4 SBM blue Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
114,366 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SBM was last recorded at 114,366 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 13,490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,876 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
13,490 miles
Average per year
10,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,366 miles
  • 2025 – 100,876 miles
  • 2024 – 90,212 miles
  • 2023 – 77,010 miles
  • 2022 – 62,651 miles
  • 2021 – 49,430 miles
  • 2020 – 40,813 miles
  • 2019 – 36,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,366 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinhole in boot allowing grease to escape (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hydrobush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rearmost upper arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hydrobush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rearmost upper arm bush split (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 5 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,366 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    114,366 miles
    Test number
    963377485949
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinhole in boot allowing grease to escape (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hydrobush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rearmost upper arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hydrobush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rearmost upper arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,366 miles (+13,490)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,366 miles
    Test number
    459619715094
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinhole in boot allowing grease to escape (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hydrobush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rearmost upper arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hydrobush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rearmost upper arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,876 miles (+10,664)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    100,876 miles
    Test number
    934053265319
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass90,212 miles (+13,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,212 miles
    Test number
    213723564737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2 mm 255/45/20 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass77,010 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,010 miles
    Test number
    184014709703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail77,010 miles (+14,359)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,010 miles
    Test number
    264441155723
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass62,651 miles (+13,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    62,651 miles
    Test number
    858123900390
    • AdvisoryUnable to check the oil temperature due to their not being a dip stick

  8. Pass49,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    49,430 miles
    Test number
    413823769148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.5 mm 255/45/20 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail49,430 miles (+8,617)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,430 miles
    Test number
    508284077272
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.5 mm 255/45/20 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass40,813 miles (+4,319)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    40,813 miles
    Test number
    154878891232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    36,494 miles
    Test number
    859485100749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 SBM

Does L4 SBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 SBM is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 SBM?
The MOT on L4 SBM is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 SBM done?
L4 SBM was recorded at 114,366 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 10,940 miles a year.
Has L4 SBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SBM has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 SBM 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 L4 SBM find?
L4 SBM passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinhole in boot allowing grease to escape; nearside front lower suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hydrobush split, and 4 more.

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