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Audi A5

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T29 AROMOT history

T29 ARO is a grey diesel Audi A5 first used on 4 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 173,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2027
Mileage
173,474 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 ARO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 ARO was last recorded at 173,474 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 4,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
168,548 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,926 miles
Average per year
9,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,474 miles
  • 2025 – 168,548 miles
  • 2024 – 153,952 miles
  • 2023 – 139,224 miles
  • 2022 – 130,321 miles
  • 2021 – 119,973 miles
  • 2020 – 111,836 miles
  • 2019 – 104,657 miles
  • 2018 – 96,969 miles
  • 2017 – 89,471 miles
  • 2016 – 82,928 miles
  • 2015 – 73,675 miles
  • 2014 – 66,378 miles
  • 2013 – 55,401 miles
  • 2012 – 39,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,474 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,474 miles (+4,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    173,474 miles
    Test number
    970816100220
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass168,548 miles (+14,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    168,548 miles
    Test number
    503221278789
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass153,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    153,952 miles
    Test number
    886322580888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail153,952 miles (+14,728)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,952 miles
    Test number
    924475126505
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass139,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    139,224 miles
    Test number
    502439009789
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail139,224 miles (+8,903)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,224 miles
    Test number
    694133841238
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass130,321 miles (+10,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,321 miles
    Test number
    396803509894
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass119,973 miles (+8,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,973 miles
    Test number
    974587642127
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass111,836 miles (+7,179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    767110210571
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  10. Pass104,657 miles (+7,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,657 miles
    Test number
    493368225376
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass96,969 miles (+7,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,969 miles
    Test number
    949884491192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass89,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    89,471 miles
    Test number
    154337453375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail89,470 miles (+6,542)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,470 miles
    Test number
    833341949165
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass82,928 miles (+9,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,928 miles
    Test number
    529096200616
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass73,675 miles (+7,297)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,675 miles
    Test number
    257895143408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvise child seat fitted

  16. Pass66,378 miles (+10,977)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,378 miles
    Test number
    308467494470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,401 miles (+16,015)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,401 miles
    Test number
    656403253239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,386 miles
    Test number
    355748542216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 ARO

Does T29 ARO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 ARO is valid until 5 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 ARO?
The MOT on T29 ARO is valid until 5 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 ARO done?
T29 ARO was recorded at 173,474 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 9,514 miles a year.
Has T29 ARO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 ARO has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T29 ARO 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 T29 ARO find?
T29 ARO passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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