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Audi A4

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,771 cc

B5 VDTMOT history

B5 VDT is a green petrol Audi A4 first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

B5 VDT green Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,566 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B5 VDT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,771 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B5 VDT was last recorded at 120,566 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,566 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,566 miles
  • 2025 – 120,236 miles
  • 2024 – 118,048 miles
  • 2023 – 106,269 miles
  • 2022 – 94,449 miles
  • 2021 – 90,217 miles
  • 2020 – 82,947 miles
  • 2019 – 74,621 miles
  • 2018 – 71,600 miles
  • 2017 – 64,136 miles
  • 2016 – 58,924 miles
  • 2015 – 57,152 miles
  • 2013 – 56,800 miles
  • 2011 – 56,464 miles
  • 2010 – 54,038 miles
  • 2009 – 51,712 miles
  • 2008 – 50,920 miles
  • 2007 – 49,637 miles
  • 2006 – 47,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,566 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,566 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,566 miles
    Test number
    154917040869
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Fail120,566 miles (+330)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,566 miles
    Test number
    992768206713
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/40/18Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases multiple leaks (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension locking device ineffective strut locking nut (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension locking device ineffective strut locking nut (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Pass120,236 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,236 miles
    Test number
    233050109315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,048 miles (+11,779)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,048 miles
    Test number
    911691235960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,269 miles
    Test number
    511711718705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail106,269 miles (+11,820)2 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,269 miles
    Test number
    831793452279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass94,449 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,449 miles
    Test number
    758036912986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,217 miles (+7,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,217 miles
    Test number
    509537317660
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass82,947 miles (+175)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    82,947 miles
    Test number
    329725235493
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail82,772 miles (+8,151)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,772 miles
    Test number
    840975321300
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases N/S Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Outer CV Boot Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass74,621 miles (+3,021)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    320045606174
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Outer CV Boots Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass71,600 miles (+7,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,600 miles
    Test number
    298068898217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tire wearing on inside of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tire wearing on inside of tread
  13. Pass64,136 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,136 miles
    Test number
    481642705447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,924 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    627991751843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,152 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,152 miles
    Test number
    546685355092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,800 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,800 miles
    Test number
    109447563258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,464 miles (+2,426)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    349480121286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,038 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    132038210293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,712 miles (+792)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,712 miles
    Test number
    340651419292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,920 miles (+1,283)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    50,920 miles
    Test number
    511292828222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,637 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,637 miles
    Test number
    114736807247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,486 miles
    Test number
    384626406272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B5 VDT

Does B5 VDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B5 VDT is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on B5 VDT?
The MOT on B5 VDT is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B5 VDT done?
B5 VDT was recorded at 120,566 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 3,708 miles a year.
Has B5 VDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B5 VDT has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on B5 VDT 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 B5 VDT find?
B5 VDT passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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