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Audi Q7

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,967 cc

L55 GLAMOT history

L55 GLA is a black diesel Audi Q7 first used on 20 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2022.

L55 GLA black Audi Q7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi Q7, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2023
Mileage
76,003 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 GLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q7
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 GLA was last recorded at 76,003 miles on 25 Apr 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Sept 2016: 40,130 miles, lower than 109,229 miles on 29 Sept 2015.

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
75,994 miles · 14 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,003 miles
  • 2021 – 68,392 miles
  • 2020 – 63,405 miles
  • 2019 – 55,196 miles
  • 2018 – 51,802 miles
  • 2017 – 48,450 miles
  • 2016 – 40,130 miles
  • 2015 – 109,229 miles
  • 2014 – 101,296 miles
  • 2013 – 90,503 miles
  • 2012 – 85,604 miles
  • 2011 – 73,265 miles
  • 2010 – 71,795 miles
  • 2009 – 53,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,003 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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front and rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,003 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,003 miles
    Test number
    986930362877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,994 miles (+7,602)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,994 miles
    Test number
    222121655918
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass68,392 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    68,392 miles
    Test number
    172473754224
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail68,390 miles (+4,985)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,390 miles
    Test number
    316001750795
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass63,405 miles (+8,209)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    63,405 miles
    Test number
    857021868506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,196 miles
    Test number
    852740893538
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted

  7. Fail55,196 miles (+3,394)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,196 miles
    Test number
    139464241006
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted

  8. Pass51,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,802 miles
    Test number
    318512832058
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail51,802 miles (+3,352)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,802 miles
    Test number
    435566481901
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass48,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    48,450 miles
    Test number
    895597609976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Fail48,450 miles (+8,320)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,450 miles
    Test number
    572657203799
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tyre wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass40,130 miles (-69,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,130 miles
    Test number
    963668736262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass109,229 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,229 miles
    Test number
    959201866019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail101,296 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,296 miles
    Test number
    366885174471
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass101,296 miles (+10,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,296 miles
    Test number
    386825474496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass90,503 miles (+495)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,503 miles
    Test number
    355653353466
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll alloys have damage
    • NoteNsr has damage

  17. Fail90,008 miles (+4,404)8 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,008 miles
    Test number
    939772843240
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll alloys have damage
    • NoteAll tyre side wall have damage
    • NoteNsr has damage

  18. Pass85,604 miles (+12,339)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,604 miles
    Test number
    376432122358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,265 miles (+1,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    649739031330
    • NoteFront & rear brake disc's worn

  20. Pass71,795 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    291647800300
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges
    • NoteFront no plate starting to lift
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt buckle casing adrift but not afecting operation
    • NoteSuspect brake pads all round just coming onto sensons and discs worn

  21. Fail71,794 miles (+18,317)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    732617500337
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges
    • NoteFront no plate starting to lift
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt buckle casing adrift but not afecting operation
    • NoteSuspect brake pads all round just coming onto sensons and discs worn

  22. Pass53,477 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    53,477 miles
    Test number
    923251069232
    • NoteAll four tyres worn on both inner and outer edges

Questions about L55 GLA

Does L55 GLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 GLA expired on 24 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 GLA?
The MOT on L55 GLA expired on 24 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 GLA done?
L55 GLA was recorded at 76,003 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2022, an average of 1,788 miles a year.
Has L55 GLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 GLA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L55 GLA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Sept 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 GLA find?
L55 GLA passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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