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Audi A8

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,172 cc

LM53 PBVMOT history

LM53 PBV is a blue petrol Audi A8 first used on 18 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
141,541 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 PBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM53 PBV was last recorded at 141,541 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,150 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,391 miles
Average per year
5,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,541 miles
  • 2025 – 140,150 miles
  • 2024 – 136,910 miles
  • 2023 – 130,395 miles
  • 2022 – 126,024 miles
  • 2021 – 120,276 miles
  • 2020 – 115,674 miles
  • 2019 – 112,363 miles
  • 2018 – 108,617 miles
  • 2017 – 99,292 miles
  • 2016 – 86,850 miles
  • 2015 – 78,230 miles
  • 2014 – 74,420 miles
  • 2013 – 71,751 miles
  • 2012 – 65,595 miles
  • 2011 – 61,255 miles
  • 2010 – 46,126 miles
  • 2008 – 35,704 miles
  • 2007 – 29,840 miles
  • 2006 – 27,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,541 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,541 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    141,541 miles
    Test number
    909450319675
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail141,541 miles (+1,391)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,541 miles
    Test number
    727542460645
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass140,150 miles (+3,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,150 miles
    Test number
    297426407256
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass136,910 miles (+6,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,910 miles
    Test number
    756985829942
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass130,395 miles (+4,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,395 miles
    Test number
    969189866266
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,024 miles (+5,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,024 miles
    Test number
    475225251074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,276 miles (+4,602)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    120,276 miles
    Test number
    584367191985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,674 miles (+3,311)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,674 miles
    Test number
    717389193279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,363 miles (+3,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,363 miles
    Test number
    374446457967
    • AdvisoryAdvise on the condition of front anti roll bar link arm bushes recommend replacement

  10. Pass108,617 miles (+9,325)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,617 miles
    Test number
    105080779753
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,292 miles (+12,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,292 miles
    Test number
    654782728090
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass86,850 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,850 miles
    Test number
    194643241718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,847 miles (+8,617)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    479217201548
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass78,230 miles (+3,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,230 miles
    Test number
    636434545262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass74,420 miles (+2,669)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,420 miles
    Test number
    527011644042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,751 miles (+6,156)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,751 miles
    Test number
    826685143056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,595 miles (+4,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,595 miles
    Test number
    308175732426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,255 miles (+15,129)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,255 miles
    Test number
    715862981140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,126 miles (+10,422)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,126 miles
    Test number
    613057300069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management lamp on

  20. Pass35,704 miles (+5,864)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,704 miles
    Test number
    220965658124
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  21. Pass29,840 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,840 miles
    Test number
    773371877217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,578 miles
    Test number
    923317746372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM53 PBV

Does LM53 PBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM53 PBV is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM53 PBV?
The MOT on LM53 PBV is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM53 PBV done?
LM53 PBV was recorded at 141,541 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 5,751 miles a year.
Has LM53 PBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 PBV has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM53 PBV 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 LM53 PBV find?
LM53 PBV passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, and 3 more.

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