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Audi A8

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 4,172 cc

R765 KTLMOT history

R765 KTL is a silver petrol Audi A8 first used on 1 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2026
Mileage
127,219 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R765 KTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R765 KTL was last recorded at 127,219 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,042 miles · 4 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
2,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,219 miles
  • 2024 – 127,042 miles
  • 2023 – 126,428 miles
  • 2022 – 125,531 miles
  • 2021 – 124,917 miles
  • 2017 – 122,232 miles
  • 2016 – 121,863 miles
  • 2015 – 120,201 miles
  • 2014 – 117,517 miles
  • 2013 – 114,738 miles
  • 2011 – 108,002 miles
  • 2010 – 103,527 miles
  • 2009 – 97,586 miles
  • 2008 – 92,614 miles
  • 2006 – 84,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,219 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight rip in dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning lamp on

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,219 miles (+177)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,219 miles
    Test number
    523974997443
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight rip in dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning lamp on

  2. Pass127,042 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    127,042 miles
    Test number
    824935984707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise bad smell of oil from engine bay
    • AdvisoryAdvise some imbalance on front and rear brakes

  3. Fail127,039 miles (+611)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,039 miles
    Test number
    984098559915
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise bad smell oil from engine bay
    • AdvisoryAdvise battery light on

  4. Pass126,428 miles (+897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    126,428 miles
    Test number
    720784342975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,531 miles (+614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,531 miles
    Test number
    496890378163
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged Both rear brake flexi pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass124,917 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,917 miles
    Test number
    643015976517
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail124,917 miles (+2,685)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,917 miles
    Test number
    147654246430
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass122,232 miles (+369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,232 miles
    Test number
    379925204984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass121,863 miles (+1,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,863 miles
    Test number
    471458254192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass120,201 miles (+2,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,201 miles
    Test number
    768469755193
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass117,517 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    117,517 miles
    Test number
    385188264144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,738 miles4 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,738 miles
    Test number
    195186263153
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass114,738 miles (+6,736)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,738 miles
    Test number
    615936263197
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass108,002 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    108,002 miles
    Test number
    636783961377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,847 miles (+4,320)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,847 miles
    Test number
    769042721310
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass103,527 miles (+19)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    103,527 miles
    Test number
    503044510361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense missing
    • NoteOffside mirror slightly distorted
    • NoteSill trims fitted, partial examination only

  17. Fail103,508 miles (+5,922)8 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,508 miles
    Test number
    374299600325
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteCat light on
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre devoid on inner edge
    • NoteOffside mirror slightly distorted
    • NoteSill trims fitted, partial examination only

  18. Pass97,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    97,586 miles
    Test number
    330196829292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,586 miles (+4,972)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,586 miles
    Test number
    262768619281
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass92,614 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    92,614 miles
    Test number
    354169198158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail92,611 miles (+7,822)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,611 miles
    Test number
    280212198478
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass84,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    84,789 miles
    Test number
    874477186185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R765 KTL

Does R765 KTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R765 KTL expired on 3 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R765 KTL?
The MOT on R765 KTL expired on 3 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R765 KTL done?
R765 KTL was recorded at 127,219 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 2,234 miles a year.
Has R765 KTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R765 KTL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on R765 KTL 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 R765 KTL find?
R765 KTL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight rip in dust cover; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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