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Audi A5

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

L8 SHVMOT history

L8 SHV is a grey diesel Audi A5 first used on 12 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 119,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

L8 SHV grey Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,355 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 SHV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
12 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 SHV was last recorded at 119,355 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 16,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,550 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
16,805 miles
Average per year
11,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,355 miles
  • 2025 – 102,550 miles
  • 2024 – 94,712 miles
  • 2023 – 92,521 miles
  • 2022 – 80,794 miles
  • 2021 – 67,693 miles
  • 2020 – 57,571 miles
  • 2019 – 47,471 miles
  • 2018 – 35,771 miles
  • 2017 – 24,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,355 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,355 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,355 miles
    Test number
    995025068637
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail119,355 miles (+16,805)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,355 miles
    Test number
    183417321680
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass102,550 miles (+7,838)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,550 miles
    Test number
    192542982286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,712 miles (+2,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    94,712 miles
    Test number
    667278639855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass92,521 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,521 miles
    Test number
    738707629456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail92,521 miles (+11,727)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,521 miles
    Test number
    572253434102
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,794 miles (+13,101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    80,794 miles
    Test number
    494658458478
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass67,693 miles (+10,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,693 miles
    Test number
    363200970460
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass57,571 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,571 miles
    Test number
    548755789880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail57,571 miles (+10,100)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,571 miles
    Test number
    888493887463
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass47,471 miles (+11,700)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,471 miles
    Test number
    805660050291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,771 miles (+11,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,771 miles
    Test number
    860530451527
    • 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))

  13. Pass24,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    24,177 miles
    Test number
    346727125618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 SHV

Does L8 SHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 SHV is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 SHV?
The MOT on L8 SHV is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 SHV done?
L8 SHV was recorded at 119,355 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 11,135 miles a year.
Has L8 SHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 SHV has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 SHV 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 L8 SHV find?
L8 SHV passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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