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Audi A5

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,967 cc

Y5 GLAMOT history

Y5 GLA is a blue diesel Audi A5 first used on 3 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 181,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

Y5 GLA blue Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
181,254 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 GLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 GLA was last recorded at 181,254 miles on 1 May 2026, 7,914 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,340 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,914 miles
Average per year
9,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,254 miles
  • 2025 – 173,340 miles
  • 2024 – 161,769 miles
  • 2023 – 158,963 miles
  • 2022 – 151,275 miles
  • 2021 – 142,916 miles
  • 2020 – 136,304 miles
  • 2019 – 127,398 miles
  • 2018 – 112,905 miles
  • 2017 – 105,721 miles
  • 2016 – 92,256 miles
  • 2015 – 81,989 miles
  • 2014 – 77,370 miles
  • 2013 – 52,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,254 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,254 miles (+7,914)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    181,254 miles
    Test number
    231621737895
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass173,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    173,340 miles
    Test number
    381027936807
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail173,335 miles (+11,566)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,335 miles
    Test number
    204405007125
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass161,769 miles (+2,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    161,769 miles
    Test number
    573553925372
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass158,963 miles (+7,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    158,963 miles
    Test number
    683755085331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass151,275 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    151,275 miles
    Test number
    674369757107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,916 miles
    Test number
    938106722473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail142,916 miles (+6,612)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,916 miles
    Test number
    154790790361
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass136,304 miles (+8,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,304 miles
    Test number
    347725526768
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass127,398 miles (+14,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,398 miles
    Test number
    497276346527
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass112,905 miles (+7,184)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,905 miles
    Test number
    284854416613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,721 miles (+13,465)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,721 miles
    Test number
    831040870643
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges cuts to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass92,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,256 miles
    Test number
    690773703985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,256 miles (+10,267)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,256 miles
    Test number
    148429429366
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass81,989 miles (+4,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,989 miles
    Test number
    140138735602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass77,370 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    768506584245
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail77,370 miles (+11,762)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    877266784290
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass65,608 miles (+13,515)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,608 miles
    Test number
    618060834084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrakes tested by tapley meter (quattro)
    • NoteNo fas detected, therefore no print out for emissions test

  19. Fail52,093 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,093 miles
    Test number
    369569123077
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass52,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,093 miles
    Test number
    477519123054
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about Y5 GLA

Does Y5 GLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 GLA is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 GLA?
The MOT on Y5 GLA is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 GLA done?
Y5 GLA was recorded at 181,254 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 9,747 miles a year.
Has Y5 GLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 GLA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y5 GLA 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 Y5 GLA find?
Y5 GLA passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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