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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

S5 LCBMOT history

S5 LCB is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 27 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 220,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

S5 LCB black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
220,774 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,921 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 LCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 LCB was last recorded at 220,774 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 11,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,311 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,463 miles
Average per year
9,921 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,774 miles
  • 2025 – 209,311 miles
  • 2024 – 203,860 miles
  • 2023 – 197,865 miles
  • 2022 – 194,228 miles
  • 2021 – 188,982 miles
  • 2020 – 183,959 miles
  • 2019 – 177,521 miles
  • 2018 – 167,754 miles
  • 2017 – 158,739 miles
  • 2016 – 142,719 miles
  • 2015 – 126,578 miles
  • 2014 – 102,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,774 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper and lower bushes worn slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,774 miles (+11,463)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    220,774 miles
    Test number
    956160594300
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass209,311 miles (+5,451)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    209,311 miles
    Test number
    644886458449
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (inner bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass203,860 miles (+5,995)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    203,860 miles
    Test number
    822534173272
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass197,865 miles (+3,637)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    197,865 miles
    Test number
    322535551951
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass194,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    194,228 miles
    Test number
    919265003180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail194,228 miles (+5,246)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,228 miles
    Test number
    178064202215
    • Repaired at testSuspension rod ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass188,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    188,982 miles
    Test number
    615832539334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail188,982 miles (+5,023)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,982 miles
    Test number
    409132514496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass183,959 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    183,959 miles
    Test number
    257083870392
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper and lower bushes worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail183,958 miles (+6,437)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,958 miles
    Test number
    486166061280
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper and lower bushes worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass177,521 miles (+9,767)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    177,521 miles
    Test number
    767650923230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass167,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    167,754 miles
    Test number
    286349362739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail167,754 miles (+9,015)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,754 miles
    Test number
    901742408256
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass158,739 miles (+16,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,739 miles
    Test number
    942118445910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass142,719 miles (+16,141)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    142,719 miles
    Test number
    138932123215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,578 miles (+23,880)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    126,578 miles
    Test number
    275282579054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    102,698 miles
    Test number
    219105044224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 LCB

Does S5 LCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 LCB is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 LCB?
The MOT on S5 LCB is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 LCB done?
S5 LCB was recorded at 220,774 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 9,921 miles a year.
Has S5 LCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 LCB has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S5 LCB 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 LCB find?
S5 LCB passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 2 more.

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