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Audi A5

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 4,163 cc

X44 MSPMOT history

X44 MSP is a black petrol Audi A5 first used on 22 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

X44 MSP black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,474 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X44 MSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X44 MSP was last recorded at 115,474 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,263 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
211 miles
Average per year
8,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,474 miles
  • 2024 – 97,904 miles
  • 2023 – 88,121 miles
  • 2022 – 79,375 miles
  • 2021 – 70,089 miles
  • 2020 – 65,278 miles
  • 2019 – 59,133 miles
  • 2018 – 52,649 miles
  • 2017 – 44,776 miles
  • 2016 – 36,812 miles
  • 2015 – 27,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,474 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Under shields fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,474 miles (+211)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,474 miles
    Test number
    319815027295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail115,263 miles (+17,359)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,263 miles
    Test number
    609926096605
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass97,904 miles (+145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    97,904 miles
    Test number
    356727966076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail97,759 miles (+9,638)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,759 miles
    Test number
    505836565883
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured x3 (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect colour and spacing (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass88,121 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,121 miles
    Test number
    144716042290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  6. Fail88,037 miles (+8,662)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,037 miles
    Test number
    503897469120
    • MajorOffside 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  7. Pass79,375 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    938883077539
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  8. Fail79,375 miles (+9,286)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    108254009917
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  9. Pass70,089 miles (+4,811)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,089 miles
    Test number
    211313123429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,278 miles (+6,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,278 miles
    Test number
    184384563855
    • Advisory* Very heavy wear on both front tyre edges *
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Damage to wheel rim
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,133 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,133 miles
    Test number
    399819776364
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail59,133 miles (+6,484)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,133 miles
    Test number
    636104840770
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass52,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    875696115349
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ALL bushes age cracking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryScuffs to all wheel rims

  14. Fail52,649 miles (+7,873)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    532546163014
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ALL bushes age cracking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryScuffs to all wheel rims

  15. Pass44,776 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,776 miles
    Test number
    147266681377
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryScuffs to all wheel rims
    • AdvisorySill and under trays fitted

  16. Fail44,776 miles (+7,964)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,776 miles
    Test number
    731267816544
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryScuffs to all wheel rims
    • AdvisorySill and under trays fitted

  17. Pass36,812 miles (+9,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    464085967797
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

  18. Pass27,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,302 miles
    Test number
    238161915422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X44 MSP

Does X44 MSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X44 MSP is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X44 MSP?
The MOT on X44 MSP is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X44 MSP done?
X44 MSP was recorded at 115,474 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 8,182 miles a year.
Has X44 MSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X44 MSP has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X44 MSP 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 X44 MSP find?
X44 MSP passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 3 more.

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