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Audi Q5

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

R16 BXEMOT history

R16 BXE is a blue diesel Audi Q5 first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 69,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

R16 BXE blue Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
69,895 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 BXE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 BXE was last recorded at 69,895 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,895 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,895 miles
  • 2025 – 59,636 miles
  • 2024 – 49,677 miles
  • 2023 – 39,882 miles
  • 2022 – 31,575 miles
  • 2021 – 22,517 miles
  • 2019 – 17,025 miles
  • 2018 – 15,310 miles
  • 2017 – 13,965 miles
  • 2016 – 12,610 miles
  • 2015 – 11,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,895 miles

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front tyres on 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    69,895 miles
    Test number
    845332310469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,895 miles (+10,259)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,895 miles
    Test number
    113821804107
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  3. Pass59,636 miles (+9,959)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    59,636 miles
    Test number
    682131806768
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass49,677 miles (+9,795)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    49,677 miles
    Test number
    610940269746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,882 miles (+8,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    39,882 miles
    Test number
    358147943536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass31,575 miles (+9,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    31,575 miles
    Test number
    707485377909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass22,517 miles (+5,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    22,517 miles
    Test number
    671340180840
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass17,025 miles (+1,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    17,025 miles
    Test number
    718763214733
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNail in N/S/R tyre (in tread)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  9. Pass15,310 miles (+1,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    15,310 miles
    Test number
    731908919708
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on 2mm

  10. Pass13,965 miles (+1,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    13,965 miles
    Test number
    172555701973
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on 2mm

  11. Pass12,610 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    12,610 miles
    Test number
    319784420668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    11,053 miles
    Test number
    868013665061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 BXE

Does R16 BXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 BXE is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 BXE?
The MOT on R16 BXE is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 BXE done?
R16 BXE was recorded at 69,895 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 5,360 miles a year.
Has R16 BXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 BXE has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 BXE 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 R16 BXE find?
R16 BXE passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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