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Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 5,998 cc

LB05 GDYMOT history

LB05 GDY is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 9 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
112,043 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 GDY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 GDY was last recorded at 112,043 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,471 miles · 14 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,572 miles
Average per year
5,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,043 miles
  • 2024 – 110,471 miles
  • 2023 – 106,248 miles
  • 2021 – 101,932 miles
  • 2020 – 98,526 miles
  • 2019 – 93,944 miles
  • 2018 – 90,319 miles
  • 2017 – 87,287 miles
  • 2016 – 82,848 miles
  • 2015 – 76,510 miles
  • 2014 – 66,760 miles
  • 2013 – 54,984 miles
  • 2012 – 44,200 miles
  • 2011 – 33,121 miles
  • 2010 – 25,885 miles
  • 2009 – 18,832 miles
  • 2008 – 12,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,043 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,043 miles (+1,572)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    112,043 miles
    Test number
    487273484476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,471 miles (+4,223)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    110,471 miles
    Test number
    116437630568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,248 miles (+4,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,248 miles
    Test number
    416325940037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass101,932 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,932 miles
    Test number
    852309117813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,526 miles (+4,582)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,526 miles
    Test number
    512818277359
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass93,944 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,944 miles
    Test number
    152043426676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail93,938 miles (+3,619)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,938 miles
    Test number
    576923684901
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass90,319 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,319 miles
    Test number
    315211149957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail90,319 miles (+3,032)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,319 miles
    Test number
    302507174205
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass87,287 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,287 miles
    Test number
    595130296486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,848 miles (+6,338)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,848 miles
    Test number
    772666121462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,510 miles (+9,750)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,510 miles
    Test number
    255970665472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,760 miles (+11,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,760 miles
    Test number
    159208614235
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass54,984 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,984 miles
    Test number
    728306253170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,200 miles
    Test number
    937150472170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,200 miles (+11,079)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,200 miles
    Test number
    655150272153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn near to wear limit bars and tread is deteriorating on inner band.
    • NoteScrew in nearside tyre tread.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass33,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,121 miles
    Test number
    799000961104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,121 miles (+7,236)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,121 miles
    Test number
    155309551147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteO/s & n /s front suspension top arms innner bushes in very poor condition.

  19. Pass25,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,885 miles
    Test number
    773643030151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,885 miles (+7,053)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,885 miles
    Test number
    613201430152
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass18,832 miles (+6,462)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,832 miles
    Test number
    292519359432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,370 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,370 miles
    Test number
    433271648163
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB05 GDY

Does LB05 GDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 GDY is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 GDY?
The MOT on LB05 GDY is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 GDY done?
LB05 GDY was recorded at 112,043 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 5,670 miles a year.
Has LB05 GDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 GDY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LB05 GDY 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 LB05 GDY find?
LB05 GDY passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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