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Audi A5

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

Y17 GRNMOT history

Y17 GRN is a black diesel Audi A5 first used on 10 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 133,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

Y17 GRN black Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,482 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y17 GRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y17 GRN was last recorded at 133,482 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 3,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,168 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,314 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,482 miles
  • 2025 – 130,168 miles
  • 2024 – 126,175 miles
  • 2023 – 122,722 miles
  • 2022 – 117,133 miles
  • 2021 – 112,694 miles
  • 2020 – 107,764 miles
  • 2019 – 102,394 miles
  • 2018 – 96,308 miles
  • 2017 – 88,856 miles
  • 2016 – 73,551 miles
  • 2015 – 58,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,482 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front upper arm bushes starting to deteriorate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,482 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,482 miles
    Test number
    909930425939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,168 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,168 miles
    Test number
    645694178536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))
  3. Fail130,106 miles (+3,931)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,106 miles
    Test number
    525158742676
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))
  4. Pass126,175 miles (+3,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,175 miles
    Test number
    593726653712
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on [at time of testing]
  5. Pass122,722 miles (+5,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    122,722 miles
    Test number
    589145115328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass117,133 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,133 miles
    Test number
    217360606623
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  7. Fail117,118 miles (+4,424)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,118 miles
    Test number
    262606647586
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass112,694 miles (+4,930)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,694 miles
    Test number
    578698707810
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low ?
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass107,764 miles (+5,370)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,764 miles
    Test number
    373764148502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,394 miles (+6,086)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,394 miles
    Test number
    276358486447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge/ nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a temporary repair
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect All four shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass96,308 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,308 miles
    Test number
    129039694094
    • AdvisoryFront upper arm bushes starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail96,308 miles (+7,452)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,308 miles
    Test number
    311651354476
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected Brake pad sensor (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront upper arm bushes starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass88,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,856 miles
    Test number
    403661181736
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Fail88,852 miles (+15,301)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,852 miles
    Test number
    211458792195
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass73,551 miles (+15,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,551 miles
    Test number
    935121582747
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass58,336 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,336 miles
    Test number
    316347547639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about Y17 GRN

Does Y17 GRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y17 GRN is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y17 GRN?
The MOT on Y17 GRN is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y17 GRN done?
Y17 GRN was recorded at 133,482 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has Y17 GRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y17 GRN has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y17 GRN 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 Y17 GRN find?
Y17 GRN passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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