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Audi Q5

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

Y3 AEFMOT history

Y3 AEF is a grey diesel Audi Q5 first used on 16 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 180,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

Y3 AEF grey Audi Q5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
180,738 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 AEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 AEF was last recorded at 180,738 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 11,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
169,568 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,170 miles
Average per year
13,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,738 miles
  • 2025 – 169,568 miles
  • 2024 – 157,097 miles
  • 2023 – 145,568 miles
  • 2022 – 132,358 miles
  • 2021 – 115,225 miles
  • 2020 – 102,454 miles
  • 2019 – 82,837 miles
  • 2018 – 79,640 miles
  • 2017 – 61,787 miles
  • 2016 – 46,487 miles
  • 2015 – 32,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,738 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.90mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,738 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    180,738 miles
    Test number
    315255582846
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.90mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail180,738 miles (+11,170)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,738 miles
    Test number
    426022647906
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.90mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass169,568 miles (+12,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    169,568 miles
    Test number
    555405897455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass157,097 miles (+11,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,097 miles
    Test number
    914527972820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Middle bush, shock absorber attached (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass145,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    145,568 miles
    Test number
    840193552577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail145,568 miles (+13,210)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,568 miles
    Test number
    817229514001
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass132,358 miles (+17,133)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    132,358 miles
    Test number
    897303411725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,225 miles (+12,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,225 miles
    Test number
    768737809698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  9. Pass102,454 miles (+19,617)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,454 miles
    Test number
    553062751620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,837 miles (+3,197)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    424512896551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,640 miles (+17,853)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,640 miles
    Test number
    759629170073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,787 miles (+15,300)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,787 miles
    Test number
    796257380751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,487 miles (+14,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,487 miles
    Test number
    891282281997
    • 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)
  14. Pass32,313 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,313 miles
    Test number
    717130105117
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCracking in both tyres treads not showing ply

Questions about Y3 AEF

Does Y3 AEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 AEF is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 AEF?
The MOT on Y3 AEF is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 AEF done?
Y3 AEF was recorded at 180,738 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 13,787 miles a year.
Has Y3 AEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 AEF has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y3 AEF 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 Y3 AEF find?
Y3 AEF passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.90mm; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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