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Audi A6

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,698 cc

LB08 JLVMOT history

LB08 JLV is a blue diesel Audi A6 first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 158,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2026
Mileage
158,622 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 JLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 JLV was last recorded at 158,622 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 1,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,878 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,744 miles
Average per year
8,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,622 miles
  • 2025 – 156,878 miles
  • 2023 – 153,150 miles
  • 2022 – 148,583 miles
  • 2021 – 146,847 miles
  • 2020 – 142,777 miles
  • 2019 – 127,576 miles
  • 2017 – 112,086 miles
  • 2016 – 97,088 miles
  • 2015 – 81,950 miles
  • 2014 – 72,876 miles
  • 2013 – 63,470 miles
  • 2012 – 51,999 miles
  • 2011 – 37,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,622 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,622 miles (+1,744)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,622 miles
    Test number
    741974372202
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,878 miles (+3,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    156,878 miles
    Test number
    229867512965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,150 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,150 miles
    Test number
    588216192770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail152,988 miles (+4,405)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,988 miles
    Test number
    547135000326
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear 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))
    • 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))

  5. Pass148,583 miles (+149)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    148,583 miles
    Test number
    896333388737
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail148,434 miles (+1,587)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,434 miles
    Test number
    307242874470
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass146,847 miles (+4,070)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,847 miles
    Test number
    183401714702
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass142,777 miles (+15,201)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    142,777 miles
    Test number
    919141158452
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  9. Pass127,576 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,576 miles
    Test number
    597080456404
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  10. Fail127,576 miles (+15,490)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,576 miles
    Test number
    931198625837
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  11. Pass112,086 miles (+315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,086 miles
    Test number
    738447076392
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Fail111,771 miles (+14,683)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,771 miles
    Test number
    173537428930
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (4.1.D.1a)

  13. Pass97,088 miles (+15,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    97,088 miles
    Test number
    782294310448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass81,950 miles (+811)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,950 miles
    Test number
    624371787465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,139 miles (+8,263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,139 miles
    Test number
    999269165178
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass72,876 miles (+9,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,876 miles
    Test number
    205958864168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,470 miles (+11,471)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,470 miles
    Test number
    546535873170
    • NoteEngine oil needs topping up.
    • NoteN/s/f anti roll bar link bush split.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2mm tread reading.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 3mm tread reading.

  18. Pass51,999 miles (+14,782)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,999 miles
    Test number
    375978352146
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to wear indicator and close to legal limit

  19. Pass37,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,217 miles
    Test number
    536492871115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 JLV

Does LB08 JLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 JLV expired on 3 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 JLV?
The MOT on LB08 JLV expired on 3 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 JLV done?
LB08 JLV was recorded at 158,622 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 8,265 miles a year.
Has LB08 JLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 JLV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 JLV 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 LB08 JLV find?
LB08 JLV failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 2 dangerous defects and 10 major defects: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 9 more.

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