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Audi A5

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

LS16 VBUMOT history

LS16 VBU is a black diesel Audi A5 first used on 24 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 77,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

LS16 VBU black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
77,463 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 VBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
24 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 VBU was last recorded at 77,463 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 6,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
71,185 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,278 miles
Average per year
7,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,463 miles
  • 2025 – 71,185 miles
  • 2024 – 62,692 miles
  • 2023 – 54,090 miles
  • 2022 – 47,814 miles
  • 2021 – 39,350 miles
  • 2020 – 32,537 miles
  • 2019 – 26,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,463 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 11 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    465612576952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,463 miles (+6,278)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    780155478399
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass71,185 miles (+8,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    538114764179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass62,692 miles (+8,602)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,692 miles
    Test number
    458307940383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,090 miles (+6,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,090 miles
    Test number
    943567342395
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass47,814 miles (+8,464)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    47,814 miles
    Test number
    231526970407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,350 miles (+6,813)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    39,350 miles
    Test number
    822954122982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass32,537 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,537 miles
    Test number
    462801986222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    26,443 miles
    Test number
    420500472509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS16 VBU

Does LS16 VBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 VBU is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 VBU?
The MOT on LS16 VBU is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 VBU done?
LS16 VBU was recorded at 77,463 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 7,404 miles a year.
Has LS16 VBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 VBU has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 VBU 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 LS16 VBU find?
LS16 VBU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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