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Audi A6

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,226 cc

ARC 45MOT history

ARC 45 is a green petrol Audi A6 first used on 22 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 218,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 May 2027
Mileage
218,933 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ARC 45
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,226 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
22 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ARC 45 was last recorded at 218,933 miles on 1 May 2026, 949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,984 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
949 miles
Average per year
5,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,933 miles
  • 2025 – 217,984 miles
  • 2024 – 216,447 miles
  • 2023 – 215,996 miles
  • 2022 – 212,041 miles
  • 2021 – 208,444 miles
  • 2020 – 206,237 miles
  • 2019 – 202,122 miles
  • 2018 – 198,710 miles
  • 2017 – 192,737 miles
  • 2016 – 190,641 miles
  • 2015 – 187,133 miles
  • 2014 – 183,578 miles
  • 2013 – 179,635 miles
  • 2012 – 172,265 miles
  • 2011 – 162,773 miles
  • 2010 – 149,753 miles
  • 2009 – 137,723 miles
  • 2008 – 125,375 miles
  • 2007 – 115,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,933 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,933 miles (+949)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2027
    Odometer
    218,933 miles
    Test number
    456345371664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass217,984 miles (+5)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    217,984 miles
    Test number
    117169661815
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail217,979 miles (+1,532)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,979 miles
    Test number
    413439815901
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass216,447 miles (+451)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    216,447 miles
    Test number
    533369196465
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass215,996 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    215,996 miles
    Test number
    267830474221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases whole system rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail215,995 miles (+3,954)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,995 miles
    Test number
    623432639046
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass212,041 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    212,041 miles
    Test number
    680421550539
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail212,040 miles (+3,596)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,040 miles
    Test number
    785291484220
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass208,444 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    208,444 miles
    Test number
    399752677670
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to anti roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail208,440 miles (+2,203)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,440 miles
    Test number
    290355118871
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to anti roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass206,237 miles (+4,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    206,237 miles
    Test number
    389985198811
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn on the inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all wearing on the inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHand brake little reserve travel

  12. Pass202,122 miles (+277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    202,122 miles
    Test number
    798438290541
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail201,845 miles (+3,135)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,845 miles
    Test number
    990746114335
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass198,710 miles (+5,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    198,710 miles
    Test number
    786737118912
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass192,737 miles (+2,096)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    192,737 miles
    Test number
    685306856067
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush to anti roll bar (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  16. Pass190,641 miles (+3,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    190,641 miles
    Test number
    235893626057
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass187,133 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    187,133 miles
    Test number
    877815535049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCenter exhaust corroded

  18. Fail187,133 miles (+3,555)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,133 miles
    Test number
    739588125002
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCenter exhaust corroded

  19. Pass183,578 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    183,578 miles
    Test number
    357908324021
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear slight restricted movement

  20. Fail183,578 miles (+3,943)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,578 miles
    Test number
    698168024084
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear slight restricted movement

  21. Pass179,635 miles (+7,370)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    179,635 miles
    Test number
    515569003024
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Pass172,265 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    172,265 miles
    Test number
    685499012039
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail172,265 miles (+9,492)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,265 miles
    Test number
    996699612027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass162,773 miles (+13,020)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    162,773 miles
    Test number
    465767821066
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront wipers getting worn
    • NoteFuel pipes from front to rear getting very corroaded but not leaking yet
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to show sighns of starting to get corroaded
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on edges

  25. Pass149,753 miles (+12,030)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    149,753 miles
    Test number
    134947720450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass137,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    137,723 miles
    Test number
    312191029048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail137,723 miles (+12,348)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,723 miles
    Test number
    592381829098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass125,375 miles (+9,379)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    761311038026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass115,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    115,996 miles
    Test number
    252179327031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ARC 45

What vehicle is registration ARC 45 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ARC 45 on a green petrol Audi A6 first used on 22 Jan 1997. 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 ARC 45 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ARC 45 is valid until 16 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on ARC 45?
The MOT on ARC 45 is valid until 16 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ARC 45 done?
ARC 45 was recorded at 218,933 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 5,347 miles a year.
Has ARC 45 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ARC 45 has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on ARC 45 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 ARC 45 find?
ARC 45 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 8 more.

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