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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LS05 ZWXMOT history

LS05 ZWX is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 216,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LS05 ZWX blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
216,962 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 ZWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 ZWX was last recorded at 216,962 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 12,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,349 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,613 miles
Average per year
8,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,962 miles
  • 2025 – 204,349 miles
  • 2024 – 195,010 miles
  • 2023 – 181,938 miles
  • 2021 – 180,908 miles
  • 2020 – 176,438 miles
  • 2019 – 170,776 miles
  • 2018 – 160,798 miles
  • 2017 – 151,066 miles
  • 2016 – 144,224 miles
  • 2015 – 130,833 miles
  • 2014 – 121,696 miles
  • 2013 – 113,780 miles
  • 2012 – 103,803 miles
  • 2011 – 93,392 miles
  • 2010 – 82,065 miles
  • 2009 – 76,115 miles
  • 2008 – 57,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,962 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Foam / rubber has perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside chassis + inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass216,962 miles (+12,613)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    216,962 miles
    Test number
    797031097218
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass204,349 miles (+9,339)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    204,349 miles
    Test number
    859206766803
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass195,010 miles (+42)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    195,010 miles
    Test number
    525821674217
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Foam / rubber has perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside chassis + inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside rear upper coil spring seats corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear suspension bushes perished / worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail194,968 miles (+13,030)3 dangerous7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,968 miles
    Test number
    143447802755
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Below 1.6mm + cords showing / damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tread below 1.6mm + cords showing / damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam pattern, bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding 50kg of force (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Foam / rubber has perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 1.6mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside chassis + inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside rear upper coil spring seats corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear suspension bushes perished / worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass181,938 miles (+2)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    181,938 miles
    Test number
    307105667933
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail181,936 miles (+1,028)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,936 miles
    Test number
    303816730014
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun visor (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass180,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    180,908 miles
    Test number
    481566318053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail180,908 miles (+4,470)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,908 miles
    Test number
    404359815238
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  9. Pass176,438 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    176,438 miles
    Test number
    809054647151
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail176,438 miles (+5,662)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,438 miles
    Test number
    920436858380
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass170,776 miles (+9,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,776 miles
    Test number
    501582694583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass160,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    160,798 miles
    Test number
    554658512757
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail160,798 miles (+9,732)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,798 miles
    Test number
    831981997445
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass151,066 miles (+6,842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    151,066 miles
    Test number
    960249374572
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass144,224 miles (+4,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,224 miles
    Test number
    897739484191
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass139,581 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    139,581 miles
    Test number
    527869604289
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Fail139,581 miles (+8,748)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,581 miles
    Test number
    789369768805
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass130,833 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    130,833 miles
    Test number
    195866525186
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmissions high but passed
    • NoteNSR tyre nailed

  19. Fail130,833 miles (+9,137)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,833 miles
    Test number
    666596525110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmissions high but passed
    • NoteNSR tyre nailed

  20. Pass121,696 miles (+7,916)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    121,696 miles
    Test number
    657525534134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,780 miles (+9,977)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,780 miles
    Test number
    145142943126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass103,803 miles (+10,411)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    103,803 miles
    Test number
    728022642162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,392 miles (+11,327)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    93,392 miles
    Test number
    768197431156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,065 miles (+5,950)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,065 miles
    Test number
    162113730134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,115 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,115 miles
    Test number
    160078429175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,113 miles (+18,213)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,113 miles
    Test number
    910641029116
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass57,900 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    853494858167
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r anti roll bar collars cracked.

  28. Fail57,900 miles (+448)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    862714458168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r anti roll bar collars cracked.

  29. Fail57,452 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,452 miles
    Test number
    342673518104
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS05 ZWX

Does LS05 ZWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 ZWX is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 ZWX?
The MOT on LS05 ZWX is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 ZWX done?
LS05 ZWX was recorded at 216,962 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 8,956 miles a year.
Has LS05 ZWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 ZWX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LS05 ZWX 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 LS05 ZWX find?
LS05 ZWX passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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