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Audi Q5

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,967 cc

V1 HELMOT history

V1 HEL is a black diesel Audi Q5 first used on 2 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

V1 HEL black Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,900 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 HEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
2 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 HEL was last recorded at 119,900 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 4,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,851 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,049 miles
Average per year
6,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,900 miles
  • 2025 – 115,851 miles
  • 2024 – 112,119 miles
  • 2023 – 107,746 miles
  • 2022 – 102,448 miles
  • 2021 – 97,847 miles
  • 2020 – 93,010 miles
  • 2019 – 84,112 miles
  • 2018 – 77,353 miles
  • 2017 – 70,070 miles
  • 2016 – 63,188 miles
  • 2015 – 55,831 miles
  • 2014 – 43,461 miles
  • 2013 – 34,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,900 miles
  • AdvisoryCV grease over n/s hub components
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,900 miles (+4,049)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,900 miles
    Test number
    827872021436
    • AdvisoryCV grease over n/s hub components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass115,851 miles (+3,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,851 miles
    Test number
    267940963853
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass112,119 miles (+109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,119 miles
    Test number
    767379585100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail112,010 miles (+4,264)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,010 miles
    Test number
    325178488918
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass107,746 miles (+5,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,746 miles
    Test number
    208424446644
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass102,448 miles (+4,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    622900849538
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass97,847 miles (+4,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,847 miles
    Test number
    215322543225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake\fuel lines front to back

  8. Pass93,010 miles (+8,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,010 miles
    Test number
    782869708821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,112 miles
    Test number
    883362606747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top link arm inner mounting bush is starting to split and tear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail84,112 miles (+6,759)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,112 miles
    Test number
    189748880870
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top link arm inner mounting bush is starting to split and tear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face is worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face is worn and lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes are binding.

  11. Pass77,353 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    967848519199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,352 miles (+7,282)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,352 miles
    Test number
    805746301813
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated Anti rattle spring broken (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated Anti rattle spring broken (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad 70% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad 70% worn (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass70,070 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,070 miles
    Test number
    798626349020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,956 miles (+6,768)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,956 miles
    Test number
    977853773332
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Link rod has snapped away from wishbone and is no longer levelling the headlamps aim. (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear headlamp levelling device link rod is on the point of breaking away from its wishbone mounting.

  15. Pass63,188 miles (+7,357)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,188 miles
    Test number
    489442015513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,831 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,831 miles
    Test number
    356159445163
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly.

  17. Fail55,831 miles (+12,370)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,831 miles
    Test number
    965358045188
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly.

  18. Pass43,461 miles (+8,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,461 miles
    Test number
    287794354102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass34,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,487 miles
    Test number
    425493363122
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail34,487 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,487 miles
    Test number
    829133063182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about V1 HEL

Does V1 HEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 HEL is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 HEL?
The MOT on V1 HEL is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 HEL done?
V1 HEL was recorded at 119,900 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 6,388 miles a year.
Has V1 HEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 HEL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V1 HEL 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 V1 HEL find?
V1 HEL passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: cv grease over n/s hub components; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside, and 2 more.

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