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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,967 cc

S8 XHLMOT history

S8 XHL is a black diesel Audi A7 first used on 15 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 182,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

S8 XHL black Audi A7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
182,849 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A7
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
15 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XHL was last recorded at 182,849 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,722 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,127 miles
Average per year
15,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,849 miles
  • 2025 – 181,722 miles
  • 2024 – 179,308 miles
  • 2023 – 157,558 miles
  • 2022 – 129,538 miles
  • 2021 – 106,902 miles
  • 2020 – 82,824 miles
  • 2019 – 59,905 miles
  • 2017 – 43,479 miles
  • 2016 – 21,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,849 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,849 miles (+1,127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    182,849 miles
    Test number
    630097124705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass181,722 miles (+2,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    181,722 miles
    Test number
    827345429460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass179,308 miles (+21,750)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    179,308 miles
    Test number
    632782848655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,558 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,558 miles
    Test number
    757353678500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass153,581 miles (+134)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    153,581 miles
    Test number
    111699341492
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail153,447 miles (+23,909)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,447 miles
    Test number
    209365385690
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass129,538 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,538 miles
    Test number
    770031633969
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail129,536 miles (+22,634)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,536 miles
    Test number
    501426873291
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass106,902 miles (+24,078)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,902 miles
    Test number
    939537054173
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass82,824 miles (+22,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,824 miles
    Test number
    966803732615
    • 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))
  11. Pass59,905 miles (+16,426)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,905 miles
    Test number
    445943603659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,479 miles (+14,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,479 miles
    Test number
    314604073992
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass29,024 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    29,024 miles
    Test number
    581416528398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    21,970 miles
    Test number
    878681758545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XHL

Does S8 XHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 XHL is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 XHL?
The MOT on S8 XHL is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 XHL done?
S8 XHL was recorded at 182,849 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 15,779 miles a year.
Has S8 XHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XHL has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 XHL 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 XHL find?
S8 XHL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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