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Audi A5

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,698 cc

LB51 OCTMOT history

LB51 OCT is a white diesel Audi A5 first used on 15 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 133,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
133,417 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,698 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 OCT was last recorded at 133,417 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
132,794 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
623 miles
Average per year
9,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,417 miles
  • 2025 – 132,794 miles
  • 2024 – 129,010 miles
  • 2023 – 123,004 miles
  • 2022 – 116,974 miles
  • 2021 – 109,823 miles
  • 2019 – 105,357 miles
  • 2018 – 98,384 miles
  • 2017 – 87,774 miles
  • 2016 – 53,992 miles
  • 2015 – 27,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,417 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,417 miles (+623)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    133,417 miles
    Test number
    975029480518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass132,794 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,794 miles
    Test number
    346361231748
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. Fail132,794 miles (+3,784)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,794 miles
    Test number
    306519808523
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass129,010 miles (+6,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,010 miles
    Test number
    476281485911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,004 miles (+6,030)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,004 miles
    Test number
    240143906179
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear reg. plate loose

  6. Pass116,974 miles (+7,151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,974 miles
    Test number
    932171794117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad wire cut and joined
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner light unit interpretive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer jets misaligned but still provides sufficient fluid to windscreen

  7. Pass109,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,823 miles
    Test number
    847173028978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shocker weak

  8. Fail109,822 miles (+4,465)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,822 miles
    Test number
    558027938665
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shocker weak

  9. Pass105,357 miles (+6,973)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,357 miles
    Test number
    483918834442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass98,384 miles (+10,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,384 miles
    Test number
    843051994089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass87,774 miles (+8,034)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,774 miles
    Test number
    806685028098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,740 miles
    Test number
    481462487033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,740 miles (+25,748)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,740 miles
    Test number
    800612530580
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass53,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,992 miles
    Test number
    157261565172
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail53,992 miles (+26,352)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,992 miles
    Test number
    704124669058
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass27,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,640 miles
    Test number
    208509375032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OCT

Does LB51 OCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 OCT is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OCT?
The MOT on LB51 OCT is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 OCT done?
LB51 OCT was recorded at 133,417 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 9,330 miles a year.
Has LB51 OCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OCT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 OCT 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 LB51 OCT find?
LB51 OCT passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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