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Audi A5

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,967 cc

R16 ODSMOT history

R16 ODS is a white diesel Audi A5 first used on 6 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

R16 ODS white Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,022 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 ODS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
6 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 ODS was last recorded at 129,022 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 3,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,191 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,831 miles
Average per year
7,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,022 miles
  • 2024 – 118,901 miles
  • 2023 – 118,886 miles
  • 2022 – 99,453 miles
  • 2021 – 95,950 miles
  • 2020 – 95,732 miles
  • 2019 – 86,574 miles
  • 2018 – 75,408 miles
  • 2017 – 66,433 miles
  • 2016 – 58,333 miles
  • 2015 – 42,323 miles
  • 2014 – 40,370 miles
  • 2013 – 34,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,022 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,022 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,022 miles
    Test number
    921938004642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,191 miles (+6,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,191 miles
    Test number
    822961226598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,901 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,901 miles
    Test number
    991927538867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,886 miles (+5,727)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,886 miles
    Test number
    370281230082
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray insecure.

  5. Pass113,159 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    113,159 miles
    Test number
    900137289324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,150 miles (+13,697)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,150 miles
    Test number
    727070104370
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deep cut side wall worn to 3mm canvas showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald inner edge

  7. Pass99,453 miles (+3,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,453 miles
    Test number
    401520974604
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass95,950 miles (+218)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,950 miles
    Test number
    950435713193
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail95,732 miles (+9,158)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,732 miles
    Test number
    925997335259
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension component likely to become detached shock absorber fork (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass86,574 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    328274056588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,102 miles (+10,694)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,102 miles
    Test number
    299308651250
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass75,408 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,408 miles
    Test number
    371734960796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,433 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,433 miles
    Test number
    987654785638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,146 miles (+7,813)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,146 miles
    Test number
    416342724513
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass58,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    550564168347
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail58,333 miles (+16,010)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    679236763869
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust insecure

  17. Pass42,323 miles (+1,953)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,323 miles
    Test number
    988362005263
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass40,370 miles (+5,673)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,370 miles
    Test number
    358641514292
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass34,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,697 miles
    Test number
    198984713244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 ODS

Does R16 ODS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 ODS is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R16 ODS?
The MOT on R16 ODS is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 ODS done?
R16 ODS was recorded at 129,022 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 7,622 miles a year.
Has R16 ODS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 ODS has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on R16 ODS 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 ODS find?
R16 ODS passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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