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Audi A6

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

M5 LHKMOT history

M5 LHK is a silver diesel Audi A6 first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 266,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

M5 LHK silver Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
266,806 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 LHK was last recorded at 266,806 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,377 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,429 miles
Average per year
11,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,806 miles
  • 2025 – 261,377 miles
  • 2024 – 256,863 miles
  • 2022 – 246,766 miles
  • 2021 – 244,286 miles
  • 2020 – 239,352 miles
  • 2019 – 227,447 miles
  • 2018 – 221,185 miles
  • 2017 – 212,787 miles
  • 2016 – 204,374 miles
  • 2015 – 195,243 miles
  • 2014 – 184,983 miles
  • 2013 – 157,014 miles
  • 2012 – 134,977 miles
  • 2011 – 88,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,806 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,806 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    266,806 miles
    Test number
    475826894278
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail266,806 miles (+5,429)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,806 miles
    Test number
    735621621571
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass261,377 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    261,377 miles
    Test number
    477271380412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail261,361 miles (+4,498)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,361 miles
    Test number
    739003282059
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass256,863 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    256,863 miles
    Test number
    561560776049
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail256,863 miles (+10,097)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,863 miles
    Test number
    755263996198
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass246,766 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    246,766 miles
    Test number
    297295255484
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail246,761 miles (+2,475)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,761 miles
    Test number
    206133043118
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass244,286 miles (+4,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    244,286 miles
    Test number
    267644045215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass239,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    239,352 miles
    Test number
    434007837460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail239,352 miles (+11,905)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,352 miles
    Test number
    828635371087
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass227,447 miles (+6,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    227,447 miles
    Test number
    619669938609
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass221,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    221,185 miles
    Test number
    797070257826
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail221,185 miles (+8,398)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,185 miles
    Test number
    641770987553
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass212,787 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    212,787 miles
    Test number
    405174889257
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail212,787 miles (+8,413)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,787 miles
    Test number
    971977369192
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass204,374 miles (+9,131)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    204,374 miles
    Test number
    355825698973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass195,243 miles (+10,260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    195,243 miles
    Test number
    105889045150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass184,983 miles (+27,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    184,983 miles
    Test number
    609069644103
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass157,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    157,014 miles
    Test number
    278161823415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail157,013 miles (+22,036)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,013 miles
    Test number
    199811723108
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass134,977 miles (+24,956)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    134,977 miles
    Test number
    395027102364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,021 miles (+21,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,021 miles
    Test number
    246531322462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass88,572 miles (+7,297)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,572 miles
    Test number
    869518101324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,275 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,275 miles
    Test number
    278705181012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about M5 LHK

Does M5 LHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 LHK is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 LHK?
The MOT on M5 LHK is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 LHK done?
M5 LHK was recorded at 266,806 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 11,962 miles a year.
Has M5 LHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LHK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 LHK 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 M5 LHK find?
M5 LHK passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear.

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