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Audi A2

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

N5 LUAMOT history

N5 LUA is a grey petrol Audi A2 first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 119,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

N5 LUA grey Audi A2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
119,422 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 LUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 LUA was last recorded at 119,422 miles on 29 May 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,386 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
5,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,422 miles
  • 2025 – 119,386 miles
  • 2024 – 119,282 miles
  • 2023 – 116,070 miles
  • 2022 – 114,868 miles
  • 2021 – 108,558 miles
  • 2020 – 103,441 miles
  • 2019 – 103,384 miles
  • 2018 – 100,099 miles
  • 2017 – 98,105 miles
  • 2016 – 95,818 miles
  • 2015 – 93,325 miles
  • 2014 – 90,680 miles
  • 2013 – 87,019 miles
  • 2012 – 80,326 miles
  • 2010 – 71,920 miles
  • 2009 – 62,818 miles
  • 2008 – 47,667 miles
  • 2007 – 31,350 miles
  • 2006 – 17,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,422 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Coolant leak expansion bottle area.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • N/S/F Brake pad warning wire broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,422 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    119,422 miles
    Test number
    820591360671
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail119,422 miles (+36)2 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,422 miles
    Test number
    213519167074
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,386 miles (+104)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,386 miles
    Test number
    195610102638
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPoor headlight beam images.

  4. Pass119,282 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    148445276971
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter rattling.

  5. Fail119,282 miles (+3,212)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    271224045098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter rattling.

  6. Pass116,070 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,070 miles
    Test number
    813650015302
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak expansion bottle area.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail116,069 miles (+1,201)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,069 miles
    Test number
    581753775909
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlights. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges A.B.S. wiring (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak expansion bottle area.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r. brake low reading.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper not fully tested.

  8. Pass114,868 miles (+6,310)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    114,868 miles
    Test number
    454843950217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,558 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    108,558 miles
    Test number
    477084244228
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm -- bold on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F A.B.S. Wiring slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm -- worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail108,558 miles (+5,117)6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,558 miles
    Test number
    974731073270
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm -- bold on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F A.B.S. Wiring slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm -- worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass103,441 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    103,441 miles
    Test number
    699629794575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,384 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,384 miles
    Test number
    404058346969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,383 miles (+922)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,383 miles
    Test number
    951206532546
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass102,461 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    102,461 miles
    Test number
    462995428999
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail102,459 miles (+2,360)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,459 miles
    Test number
    172439017055
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass100,099 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,099 miles
    Test number
    557229032357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,105 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,105 miles
    Test number
    918727525268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    95,818 miles
    Test number
    834064593372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail95,818 miles (+2,493)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,818 miles
    Test number
    304270445106
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  20. Pass93,325 miles (+2,645)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,325 miles
    Test number
    245177595016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,680 miles
    Test number
    757543994076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,680 miles (+3,661)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,680 miles
    Test number
    337733094054
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass87,019 miles (+6,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,019 miles
    Test number
    756376903114
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass80,326 miles (+8,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,326 miles
    Test number
    297927212113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,920 miles
    Test number
    912058630167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail71,920 miles (+9,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,920 miles
    Test number
    782208130184
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

  27. Pass62,818 miles (+15,151)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    62,818 miles
    Test number
    323299639178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,667 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,667 miles
    Test number
    850401128140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,665 miles (+16,315)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    434070228110
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass31,350 miles (+13,403)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,350 miles
    Test number
    721504037182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass17,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,947 miles
    Test number
    241572246120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 LUA

Does N5 LUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 LUA is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 LUA?
The MOT on N5 LUA is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 LUA done?
N5 LUA was recorded at 119,422 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 5,069 miles a year.
Has N5 LUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 LUA has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on N5 LUA 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 N5 LUA find?
N5 LUA passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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