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Audi Q5

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,967 cc

R66 BUFMOT history

R66 BUF is a black diesel Audi Q5 first used on 2 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 208,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

R66 BUF black Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
208,263 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R66 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R66 BUF was last recorded at 208,263 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 14,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
193,681 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
14,582 miles
Average per year
14,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,263 miles
  • 2025 – 193,681 miles
  • 2024 – 178,488 miles
  • 2023 – 163,402 miles
  • 2022 – 148,381 miles
  • 2021 – 131,982 miles
  • 2020 – 118,726 miles
  • 2019 – 104,445 miles
  • 2018 – 87,492 miles
  • 2017 – 77,357 miles
  • 2015 – 46,826 miles
  • 2014 – 34,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,263 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,263 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    208,263 miles
    Test number
    745253823515
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail208,263 miles (+14,582)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,263 miles
    Test number
    122609138101
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass193,681 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    193,681 miles
    Test number
    585035767381
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Fail193,681 miles (+15,193)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,681 miles
    Test number
    510589598644
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass178,488 miles (+15,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    178,488 miles
    Test number
    532502042250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass163,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    163,402 miles
    Test number
    889722115199
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail163,402 miles (+15,021)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,402 miles
    Test number
    822459078672
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass148,381 miles (+16,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    148,381 miles
    Test number
    241322870463
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres feathered 225/45/20/101w

  9. Pass131,982 miles (+13,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    131,982 miles
    Test number
    559945644920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass118,726 miles (+14,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    118,726 miles
    Test number
    173082001691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass104,445 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    104,445 miles
    Test number
    123230743285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail104,445 miles (+16,953)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,445 miles
    Test number
    157601204606
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass87,492 miles (+10,135)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,492 miles
    Test number
    841367419591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,357 miles (+30,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    334631601249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass46,826 miles (+12,218)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,826 miles
    Test number
    747991405222
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass34,608 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,608 miles
    Test number
    336220934442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about R66 BUF

Does R66 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R66 BUF is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R66 BUF?
The MOT on R66 BUF is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R66 BUF done?
R66 BUF was recorded at 208,263 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 14,652 miles a year.
Has R66 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R66 BUF has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R66 BUF 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 R66 BUF find?
R66 BUF passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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