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Audi A5

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 4,163 cc

S5 AVUMOT history

S5 AVU is a black petrol Audi A5 first used on 15 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

S5 AVU black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
139,237 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 AVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 AVU was last recorded at 139,237 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 12,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,055 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,182 miles
Average per year
7,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,237 miles
  • 2025 – 127,055 miles
  • 2024 – 112,876 miles
  • 2023 – 104,260 miles
  • 2022 – 99,645 miles
  • 2021 – 95,617 miles
  • 2019 – 92,745 miles
  • 2018 – 87,967 miles
  • 2017 – 83,471 miles
  • 2016 – 67,654 miles
  • 2015 – 57,960 miles
  • 2014 – 49,443 miles
  • 2013 – 46,365 miles
  • 2012 – 41,951 miles
  • 2011 – 23,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,237 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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,237 miles (+12,182)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    139,237 miles
    Test number
    825721350388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass127,055 miles (+14,179)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    127,055 miles
    Test number
    355646364011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,876 miles (+8,616)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    112,876 miles
    Test number
    124743021992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,260 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,260 miles
    Test number
    317640325467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All four top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySlight travel in the brake peddle

  5. Fail104,260 miles (+4,615)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,260 miles
    Test number
    942821886424
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All four top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySlight travel in the brake peddle

  6. Pass99,645 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,645 miles
    Test number
    964119310196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,637 miles (+4,020)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,637 miles
    Test number
    358715041749
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass95,617 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    95,617 miles
    Test number
    730699299369
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail95,615 miles (+2,870)4 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    866580424218
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass92,745 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,745 miles
    Test number
    299056190931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    92,337 miles
    Test number
    501440549022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,337 miles (+4,370)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,337 miles
    Test number
    206244647636
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass87,967 miles (+4,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,967 miles
    Test number
    967770451381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass83,471 miles (+15,817)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,471 miles
    Test number
    589794176637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,654 miles (+9,694)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,654 miles
    Test number
    901645052473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,960 miles (+8,517)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,960 miles
    Test number
    309971789988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,443 miles (+779)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,443 miles
    Test number
    499609374250
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass48,664 miles (+2,299)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,664 miles
    Test number
    369975954041
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges.nearside rear tyre sidewall has skight cut.slight knock at steering column.

  19. Pass46,365 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    196248653499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,951 miles (+18,660)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,951 miles
    Test number
    695556782160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,291 miles
    Test number
    178993771165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 AVU

Does S5 AVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 AVU is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 AVU?
The MOT on S5 AVU is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 AVU done?
S5 AVU was recorded at 139,237 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 7,937 miles a year.
Has S5 AVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 AVU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S5 AVU 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 S5 AVU find?
S5 AVU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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