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Audi A5

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,967 cc

S5 XAJMOT history

S5 XAJ is a black diesel Audi A5 first used on 12 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 118,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

S5 XAJ black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
118,529 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 XAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
12 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 XAJ was last recorded at 118,529 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 7,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,027 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,502 miles
Average per year
8,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,529 miles
  • 2024 – 111,027 miles
  • 2023 – 103,835 miles
  • 2022 – 94,185 miles
  • 2021 – 85,979 miles
  • 2020 – 80,957 miles
  • 2019 – 76,843 miles
  • 2018 – 69,755 miles
  • 2017 – 56,061 miles
  • 2016 – 38,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,529 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    118,529 miles
    Test number
    778998599289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail118,528 miles (+7,501)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,528 miles
    Test number
    327635078061
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass111,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    315287064589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Fail111,027 miles (+7,192)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    415832336676
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass103,835 miles (+9,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,835 miles
    Test number
    496830397160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass94,185 miles (+8,206)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,185 miles
    Test number
    154170577124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,979 miles
    Test number
    180956420977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,979 miles (+5,022)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,979 miles
    Test number
    495772016571
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass80,957 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,957 miles
    Test number
    410634657716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,843 miles
    Test number
    920769237368
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail76,843 miles (+7,088)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,843 miles
    Test number
    349616717514
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass69,755 miles (+13,694)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,755 miles
    Test number
    464157551499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,061 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,061 miles
    Test number
    648968343454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,734 miles (+10,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,734 miles
    Test number
    473767840325
    • AdvisoryAll four (4) tyres outer walls various size cuts
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre nail
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some componets

  15. Pass38,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,744 miles
    Test number
    251565561187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 XAJ

Does S5 XAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 XAJ is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S5 XAJ?
The MOT on S5 XAJ is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 XAJ done?
S5 XAJ was recorded at 118,529 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 8,200 miles a year.
Has S5 XAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 XAJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 XAJ 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 XAJ find?
S5 XAJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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