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Audi A5

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 4,163 cc

S5 RBXMOT history

S5 RBX is a black petrol Audi A5 first used on 13 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

S5 RBX black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
109,531 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 RBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S5 RBX was last recorded at 109,531 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 2,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,346 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,185 miles
Average per year
5,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,531 miles
  • 2025 – 107,346 miles
  • 2024 – 104,729 miles
  • 2022 – 97,302 miles
  • 2021 – 90,483 miles
  • 2020 – 87,905 miles
  • 2019 – 82,899 miles
  • 2018 – 77,448 miles
  • 2017 – 71,362 miles
  • 2016 – 67,674 miles
  • 2015 – 60,123 miles
  • 2013 – 50,792 miles
  • 2012 – 38,330 miles
  • 2011 – 33,055 miles
  • 2010 – 24,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,531 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,531 miles (+2,185)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,531 miles
    Test number
    361973980749
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    107,346 miles
    Test number
    200193607237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,346 miles (+2,617)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,346 miles
    Test number
    348017276569
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass104,729 miles (+7,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,729 miles
    Test number
    939738043776
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  5. Pass97,302 miles (+6,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    97,302 miles
    Test number
    118265061613
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass90,483 miles (+1,361)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,483 miles
    Test number
    726587869826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,122 miles (+1,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,122 miles
    Test number
    126027154769
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,905 miles (+5,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    87,905 miles
    Test number
    794405908419
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap perishing

  9. Pass82,899 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    460170929433
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail82,899 miles (+5,451)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    150068719896
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass77,448 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    138872420700
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail77,448 miles (+6,086)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    589251269304
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass71,362 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,362 miles
    Test number
    171464409084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,361 miles (+3,687)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,361 miles
    Test number
    806118896906
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass67,674 miles (+7,551)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,674 miles
    Test number
    538265322303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Head lamp leveling rod worn

  16. Pass60,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,123 miles
    Test number
    688483525047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,123 miles (+9,331)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,123 miles
    Test number
    207523225068
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass50,792 miles (+12,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,792 miles
    Test number
    556258473241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass38,330 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,330 miles
    Test number
    805470312103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,055 miles (+8,061)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,055 miles
    Test number
    545276791152
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  21. Pass24,994 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,994 miles
    Test number
    992073790109
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted

Questions about S5 RBX

Does S5 RBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 RBX expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 RBX?
The MOT on S5 RBX expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 RBX done?
S5 RBX was recorded at 109,531 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 5,298 miles a year.
Has S5 RBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 RBX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 RBX 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 RBX find?
S5 RBX failed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear seat belt buckle not functioning as intended; nearside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect; offside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect, and 6 more.

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