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Audi A7

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,961 cc

S8 ADEMOT history

S8 ADE is a black diesel Audi A7 first used on 15 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

S8 ADE black Audi A7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A7, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
173,334 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 ADE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A7
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,961 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 ADE was last recorded at 173,334 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 10,636 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,698 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,636 miles
Average per year
8,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,334 miles
  • 2025 – 162,698 miles
  • 2024 – 152,704 miles
  • 2023 – 145,801 miles
  • 2022 – 136,873 miles
  • 2021 – 128,161 miles
  • 2020 – 120,234 miles
  • 2019 – 113,218 miles
  • 2018 – 104,895 miles
  • 2017 – 99,292 miles
  • 2016 – 98,688 miles
  • 2015 – 90,610 miles
  • 2014 – 78,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,334 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,334 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    173,334 miles
    Test number
    380080120381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail173,334 miles (+10,636)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,334 miles
    Test number
    302000162758
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass162,698 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,698 miles
    Test number
    793203122209
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail162,698 miles (+9,994)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,698 miles
    Test number
    799965520080
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass152,704 miles (+6,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    152,704 miles
    Test number
    239747702102
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass145,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,801 miles
    Test number
    955982057642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,801 miles (+8,928)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,801 miles
    Test number
    766557912772
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass136,873 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    136,873 miles
    Test number
    644167428129
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail136,873 miles (+8,712)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,873 miles
    Test number
    641088107432
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass128,161 miles (+7,927)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,161 miles
    Test number
    477536823306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,234 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,234 miles
    Test number
    104321140963
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower track control arm centre bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail120,232 miles (+7,014)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    835079882572
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTpms warning lamp indicates a fault

  13. Pass113,218 miles (+8,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,218 miles
    Test number
    302006462632
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass104,895 miles (+5,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,895 miles
    Test number
    143962755040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass99,292 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    99,292 miles
    Test number
    367084142180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,688 miles (+8,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,688 miles
    Test number
    182705365047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass90,610 miles (+12,197)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    997251749027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,413 miles (+17,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,413 miles
    Test number
    208384694282
    • 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. Pass61,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,084 miles
    Test number
    729701704146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 ADE

Does S8 ADE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 ADE is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 ADE?
The MOT on S8 ADE is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 ADE done?
S8 ADE was recorded at 173,334 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 8,958 miles a year.
Has S8 ADE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 ADE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 ADE 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 S8 ADE find?
S8 ADE passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides, and 5 more.

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