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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,781 cc

551 DCJMOT history

551 DCJ is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 10 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 60,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

551 DCJ blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
60,646 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
551 DCJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

551 DCJ was last recorded at 60,646 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,646 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,646 miles
  • 2025 – 57,786 miles
  • 2024 – 56,264 miles
  • 2023 – 53,738 miles
  • 2022 – 51,396 miles
  • 2021 – 48,384 miles
  • 2020 – 44,785 miles
  • 2019 – 44,619 miles
  • 2018 – 42,892 miles
  • 2017 – 41,368 miles
  • 2016 – 39,610 miles
  • 2015 – 38,314 miles
  • 2014 – 36,586 miles
  • 2013 – 34,799 miles
  • 2011 – 32,447 miles
  • 2010 – 28,083 miles
  • 2009 – 24,578 miles
  • 2008 – 21,836 miles
  • 2007 – 20,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,646 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,646 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    60,646 miles
    Test number
    228037253563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail60,646 miles (+2,860)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,646 miles
    Test number
    561191300596
    • DangerousFront Lower Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass57,786 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    57,786 miles
    Test number
    138182042940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,264 miles (+2,526)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    56,264 miles
    Test number
    242988090282
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass53,738 miles (+2,342)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    53,738 miles
    Test number
    548806317840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,396 miles (+3,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    51,396 miles
    Test number
    978509351434
    • 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))

  7. Pass48,384 miles (+3,599)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,384 miles
    Test number
    569613546405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,785 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    44,785 miles
    Test number
    363230395594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,622 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,622 miles
    Test number
    959328973485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,619 miles (+398)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,619 miles
    Test number
    285371216142
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake been overheating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass44,221 miles (+1,329)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    44,221 miles
    Test number
    668515244115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass42,892 miles (+1,524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    42,892 miles
    Test number
    968203237385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps cloudy

  13. Pass41,368 miles (+1,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,368 miles
    Test number
    308376859580
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass39,610 miles (+1,296)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,610 miles
    Test number
    481554156300
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (very slight play) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass38,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,314 miles
    Test number
    179393915478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,314 miles (+1,728)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,314 miles
    Test number
    286933215069
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass36,586 miles (+1,787)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    36,586 miles
    Test number
    888213514097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass34,799 miles (+2,352)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,799 miles
    Test number
    297700113042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,447 miles (+2,117)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,447 miles
    Test number
    758753161351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,330 miles (+2,247)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,330 miles
    Test number
    678741621028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,083 miles (+3,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,083 miles
    Test number
    824311010020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass24,578 miles (+2,742)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,578 miles
    Test number
    894113919092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,836 miles (+1,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,836 miles
    Test number
    982018528070
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass20,023 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,023 miles
    Test number
    890657357165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,996 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,996 miles
    Test number
    881316257175
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about 551 DCJ

What vehicle is registration 551 DCJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 551 DCJ on a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 10 Jun 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 551 DCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 551 DCJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 551 DCJ?
The MOT on 551 DCJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 551 DCJ done?
551 DCJ was recorded at 60,646 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 2,162 miles a year.
Has 551 DCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 551 DCJ has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on 551 DCJ 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 551 DCJ find?
551 DCJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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