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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

551 MBAMOT history

551 MBA is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 1 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

551 MBA black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
115,487 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
551 MBA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

551 MBA was last recorded at 115,487 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 11,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,522 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,965 miles
Average per year
8,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,487 miles
  • 2025 – 103,522 miles
  • 2024 – 93,468 miles
  • 2023 – 79,581 miles
  • 2022 – 75,242 miles
  • 2021 – 67,553 miles
  • 2020 – 64,023 miles
  • 2019 – 59,264 miles
  • 2018 – 52,192 miles
  • 2017 – 43,750 miles
  • 2016 – 36,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,487 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Emissions too low to record

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,487 miles (+11,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    115,487 miles
    Test number
    253310540845
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,522 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,522 miles
    Test number
    426480077910
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail103,520 miles (+10,052)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,520 miles
    Test number
    381884984319
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,468 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    744685217826
    • 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))

  5. Fail93,468 miles (+13,887)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    575865218753
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass79,581 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,581 miles
    Test number
    506918934872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,242 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,242 miles
    Test number
    697302303010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test

  8. Fail75,242 miles (+7,689)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,242 miles
    Test number
    239063568286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test

  9. Pass67,553 miles (+3,530)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,553 miles
    Test number
    321131373198
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust clamp corroded/broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass64,023 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    820691683429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,264 miles (+7,072)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,264 miles
    Test number
    620754195313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,192 miles (+8,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,192 miles
    Test number
    493326193329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to record

  13. Pass43,750 miles (+7,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,750 miles
    Test number
    928429363488
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to record

  14. Pass36,093 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    36,093 miles
    Test number
    851141378970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    737241101884
    • AdvisoryEngine coves fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about 551 MBA

What vehicle is registration 551 MBA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 551 MBA on a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 1 Jul 2013. 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 MBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 551 MBA is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 551 MBA?
The MOT on 551 MBA is valid until 2 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 MBA done?
551 MBA was recorded at 115,487 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 8,193 miles a year.
Has 551 MBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 551 MBA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on 551 MBA 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 MBA find?
551 MBA passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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