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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,968 cc

LS18 BFXMOT history

LS18 BFX is a black diesel Audi Q5 first used on 29 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 74,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LS18 BFX black Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
74,721 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS18 BFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
29 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS18 BFX was last recorded at 74,721 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,666 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
8,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,721 miles
  • 2025 – 66,114 miles
  • 2024 – 57,623 miles
  • 2023 – 49,660 miles
  • 2022 – 40,646 miles
  • 2021 – 28,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,721 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted obscuring some testable componentsRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 1 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,721 miles (+55)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    74,721 miles
    Test number
    597610160375
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  2. Fail74,666 miles (+8,552)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,666 miles
    Test number
    356899894555
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  3. Pass66,114 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    66,114 miles
    Test number
    798419351490
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  4. Fail66,108 miles (+11)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,108 miles
    Test number
    225122620329
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  5. Fail66,097 miles (+8,474)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,097 miles
    Test number
    587227031159
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower (rear) arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass57,623 miles (+7,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    57,623 miles
    Test number
    317682202423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  7. Pass49,660 miles (+9,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    49,660 miles
    Test number
    510575665202
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass40,646 miles (+12,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,646 miles
    Test number
    319795276436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass28,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    28,297 miles
    Test number
    743020766078
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LS18 BFX

Does LS18 BFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS18 BFX is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS18 BFX?
The MOT on LS18 BFX is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS18 BFX done?
LS18 BFX was recorded at 74,721 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 8,827 miles a year.
Has LS18 BFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS18 BFX has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS18 BFX 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 LS18 BFX find?
LS18 BFX passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; plastic covers fitted obscuring some testable components.

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