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Audi Q5

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

L6 BHMMOT history

L6 BHM is a black diesel Audi Q5 first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 82,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

L6 BHM black Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
82,810 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 BHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 BHM was last recorded at 82,810 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 6,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,546 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,264 miles
Average per year
5,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,810 miles
  • 2025 – 76,546 miles
  • 2024 – 71,451 miles
  • 2023 – 65,553 miles
  • 2022 – 61,533 miles
  • 2021 – 56,877 miles
  • 2020 – 53,098 miles
  • 2019 – 47,533 miles
  • 2018 – 41,898 miles
  • 2017 – 36,688 miles
  • 2016 – 29,975 miles
  • 2015 – 24,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,810 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,810 miles (+6,264)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    82,810 miles
    Test number
    800894906792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,546 miles (+5,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,546 miles
    Test number
    236746266574
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass71,451 miles (+5,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,451 miles
    Test number
    202376940139
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,553 miles (+4,020)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,553 miles
    Test number
    787628817585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass61,533 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,533 miles
    Test number
    420785310042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail61,533 miles (+4,656)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,533 miles
    Test number
    250499600669
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass56,877 miles (+3,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,877 miles
    Test number
    419438973789
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass53,098 miles (+5,565)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,098 miles
    Test number
    856085697572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,533 miles
    Test number
    121266632355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,531 miles (+5,633)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,531 miles
    Test number
    691893293839
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass41,898 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,898 miles
    Test number
    400352318688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,688 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,688 miles
    Test number
    580755777148
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of components

  13. Fail36,688 miles (+6,713)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,688 miles
    Test number
    432878578251
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of components

  14. Pass29,975 miles (+5,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,975 miles
    Test number
    135547454624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass24,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,559 miles
    Test number
    899257985068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 BHM

Does L6 BHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 BHM is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 BHM?
The MOT on L6 BHM is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 BHM done?
L6 BHM was recorded at 82,810 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 5,392 miles a year.
Has L6 BHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 BHM has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L6 BHM 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 L6 BHM find?
L6 BHM passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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